What is EEA stapler?
The EEA™ hemorrhoid and prolapse stapler set with DST Series™ technology is designed for use as a stapler instrument for control of rectal prolapse and hemorrhoid disease. The instrument places a circular, double-staggered row of titanium DST™ staples and removes a circular tissue specimen.
What is circular stapling?
The Welfare Circular stapler is used in general surgery, thoracic surgery, surgical treatment of obesity and in colo-rectal surgery, to perform end-to-end, side-toend, and side-to-side anastomoses. Controlled tissue compression provides the flexibility to adapt to tissue depending on the clinical situation.
What is a GIA stapler?
Endovascular gastrointestinal anastomosis (Endo-GIA) staplers are effective alternatives to suturing in surgery. They offer a faster way to divide and join the bowel and are easier to master in comparison to laparoscopic hand suturing [1].
What does staples do to the body?
Using staples can decrease the time needed to complete surgery and can be less painful . Staples may be simpler, stronger, and speedier to use to close large, open wounds than traditional stitches, and may be used after major surgery.
What is a surgical anvil?
The anvil is comprised of a middle portion that connects the anvil to the shaft of the stapler and two outer leaflets that pivot about the middle section. The spring-loaded leaflets provide the surgeon with open and closed anvil orientations.
Why use surgical staples instead of stitches?
There are a number of benefits to using medical staples. They allow your doctor to quickly close your wound with minimal damage. They’re easier to remove than stitches, and you spend less time under anesthesia. With absorbable staples, you also have a lower risk of infection.
What is surgical staples made of?
What Are Surgical Staples Made Of? Common materials for surgical staples include stainless steel and titanium. These are both strong metals that tend to cause few problems for patients in surgical procedures. But plastic staples are frequently used for people with metal allergies or to reduce scar tissue.