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Iván J Arteaga-González

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    |November 10, 2012
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    Improving surgical stapler design can reduce complications. Asymmetrical staple placement in new endostapler prototypes enhances gastric remnant sealing and hemostasis, minimizing leaks and bleeding after sleeve gastrectomy.

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