Ces Urol 2012, 16(3):157-162 | DOI: 10.48095/cccu2012027
The first experience with unilateral barbed suture V-Loc in laparoscopic radical prostatectomy
- Urologická klinika FN a LF UK, Hradec Králové
Aim:
We present our initial experience with a novel self-cinching unidirectional barbed suture V Loc, for vesico-urethral anastomosis during laparoscopic radical prostatectomy.
Methods:
We evaluated a cohort of 50 consecutive patients who underwent laparoscopic radical prostatectomy with V-Loc tailored vesico-urethral anastomosis.
Results:
Median follow-up was 4 months. The mean time of anastomosis was 14 minutes. We recorded one case of temporary urine secretion into the drain and no anastomotic stricture.
Conclusion:
Vesico-urethral anastomosis with V-Loc suture during a laparoscopic radical prostatectomy is fast, effective and safe.
Keywords: radical prostatectomy, vesico-urethral anastomosis, unidirectional barbed suture V-Loc
Received: January 4, 2012; Accepted: June 6, 2012; Published: June 1, 2012
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