Langenbeck's archives of surgery
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Langenbecks Arch Surg · Sep 2019
Comparative StudyA comparison of non-absorbable polymeric clips and staplers for laparoscopic appendiceal stump closure: analysis of 618 adult patients.
The aim of this long-term study was the comparison of appendiceal stump closure with polymeric clips or staplers with respect to perioperative costs and surgical outcome under routine conditions in a university centre. ⋯ The use of polymeric clips for appendiceal stump closure during appendectomy is safe and effective. The base of the appendix is amenable to clipping in 32% of appendectomies in adult patients. This study supports the use of polymeric clips over staplers to decrease cost and environmental impact.