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Self-retaining abdominal retractor for minilaparotomy.

M A Pelosi II1, M A Pelosi III

  • 1Pelosi Women's Medical Center, Bayonne, NJ 07002, USA.

Obstetrics and Gynecology
|February 24, 2001
PubMed
Summary

A new self-retaining abdominal retractor (Dexterity Protractor) effectively facilitated minilaparotomy surgery. This atraumatic device ensured excellent surgical exposure and prevented wound complications in 72 patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Surgical Devices
  • Abdominal Surgery

Background:

  • Experience with a novel self-retaining atraumatic abdominal retractor for minilaparotomy is presented.
  • The retractor was used in procedures performed alone or combined with laparoscopy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the safety and efficacy of the Dexterity Protractor in minilaparotomy procedures.
  • To assess the device's impact on surgical exposure and wound complications.

Main Methods:

  • Minilaparotomy was performed using a conventional technique.
  • The Dexterity Protractor was utilized throughout the open surgical procedures in 72 consecutive cases.

Main Results:

  • The retractor was used for various indications including myomectomies, hysterectomies, and appendicitis.

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  • No allergic reactions, wound infections, nerve injuries, seromas, dehiscence, or hernias were observed.
  • The device provided gentle, effective retraction and acted as a barrier for specimen containment.

    • Conclusions:

    • The Dexterity Protractor offers effective abdominal wall retraction and excellent surgical exposure.
    • The device is easy to apply, adaptable to different abdominal wall thicknesses, and safe.
    • No wound-related complications were associated with the use of this retractor in the study cohort.