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A Saline/Bipolar Radiofrequency Energy Device As an Adjunct for Hemostasis in Solid Organ Injury/Trauma
Published on: July 28, 2020
Partial splenectomy using a coupled saline-radiofrequency hemostatic device
Vic Velanovich1, Mitchell Weaver
1Division of General Surgery, K-8, Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, MI 48202-2689, USA. vvelano1@hfhs.org
Background:
Partial splenectomy is indicated for benign tumors and cysts of the spleen, as well as, operative management of splenic trauma limited to one pole of the spleen. Despite improved technique, bleeding from the cut surface of the spleen still remains an obstacle.
Methods:
We describe our technique for partial splenectomy using a new device based on coupling saline with radiofrequency energy to achieve hemostasis while dividing the splenic parenchyma.
Results:
Use of this technique has led to blood loss of less than 50 cc, while achieving splenic preservation.
