Laparoscopic-assisted Hartmann's reversal with the Dexterity Pneumo Sleeve

Dis Colon Rectum. 2000 Aug;43(8):1164-7. doi: 10.1007/BF02236567.

Abstract

Several laparoscopic techniques of Hartmann reversal have been published. An alternative laparoscopic-assisted procedure, essentially aseptic, which uses the minilaparotomy for colostomy mobilization to apply the Dexterity Pneumo Sleeve device is described. This technique combines the advantages of the minimally-invasive approach with the direct access of the surgeon's hand to the patient's abdomen.

MeSH terms

  • Asepsis
  • Colon / surgery
  • Colostomy / methods*
  • Equipment Design
  • Humans
  • Laparoscopes*
  • Laparoscopy / methods*
  • Surgical Wound Infection / prevention & control