Ureteric Injury due to the Use of LigaSure
Joint Authors
Tahir, Muazzam
Gilkison, William
Source
Issue
Vol. 2013, Issue 2013 (31 Dec. 2013), pp.1-2, 2 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2013-09-19
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
2
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Background.
LigaSure is a bipolar clamping device used in open and laparoscopic surgeries for producing haemostasis in vascular pedicles up to 7 mm in diameter (“Covidien LigaSure technology: consistent, reliable, trusted vessel sealing,” 2012).
The use of LigaSure has made securing haemostasis and tissue dissection relatively easy especially in laparoscopic surgery; however, if not used with care it can cause damage to the surrounding structures through lateral spread of energy.
Case Report.
This case report discusses the induction of a thermal ureteral injury associated with the use of LigaSure.
An 80-year-old gentleman was operated for bowel cancer.
LigaSure was used for securing haemostasis and tissue dissection.
Postoperatively, he was found to have damage to the right ureter secondary to lateral spread of energy from the jaws of LigaSure with high abdominal drain output.
Conclusion.
Judicious and careful use of electrosurgical devices should be done to prevent inadvertent damage to the surrounding structures.
Early recognition and involvement of a urologist can prevent long-term complications.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Tahir, Muazzam& Gilkison, William. 2013. Ureteric Injury due to the Use of LigaSure. Case Reports in Urology،Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-2.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-514009
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Tahir, Muazzam& Gilkison, William. Ureteric Injury due to the Use of LigaSure. Case Reports in Urology No. 2013 (2013), pp.1-2.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-514009
American Medical Association (AMA)
Tahir, Muazzam& Gilkison, William. Ureteric Injury due to the Use of LigaSure. Case Reports in Urology. 2013. Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-2.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-514009
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-514009