Surgical endoscopy
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The intracorporeal anastomotic procedure is one of the most difficult components in single-incision laparoscopic gastrectomy. We describe a simple surgical technique for intracorporeal circular-stapled Billroth I gastroduodenostomy with transumbilical introduction of the instrument. ⋯ Our modified technique for intracorporeal Billroth I reconstruction in single-incision laparoscopic distal gastrectomy is safe and feasible. This technique could be an attractive surgical option for all laparoscopic reconstructive procedures using circular stapling devices.