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[The device for placing ligature in deep wounds]
A G Abdullaev1, A A Movchun, S A Domrachev
1Department of Surgical Diseases No 2 MMA of IM Sechenov.
Khirurgiia
|January 1, 1997
Summary
A novel surgical device simplifies deep wound ligature placement, enhancing safety and efficiency. This innovation minimizes tissue damage, potentially accelerating surgical procedures.
Area of Science:
- Surgical Instrumentation
- Medical Device Design
Context:
- Challenges in deep wound surgery include safe and precise ligature placement.
- Existing methods may risk damage to surrounding tissues.
Purpose:
- To introduce a specialized device for secure and accessible ligature application in deep wounds.
- To improve surgical safety and reduce operative time.
Summary:
- The device features a fork-shaped working end and a hinged, obtuse-angled handle.
- An integrated handler-spring facilitates ligature fixation.
- Its design aims to prevent inadvertent damage to adjacent tissues during ligature placement.
Impact:
- Facilitates safer and more convenient surgical procedures.
- Potential to expedite surgical interventions by simplifying ligature application.
- Reduces risk of iatrogenic injury in deep wound management.