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Filtering by: Creator Wu, Jian Degree Field Materials Science Non-Academic Affiliation Oregon State University. Honors College

Technological Improvements in Ligation and Suturing Techniques: A Comparison in the Material Strength of Ligating Clips and Suturing Devices

Creator:

Robertson, Bria L.

Abstract:

Treatment of extrahepatic portosystemic shunts provides many options, including cellophane banding. These cellophane bands are secured with a ligation clip. Weck® offers two forms of these: the stainless steel Hemoclip, and the polymer Hem-o-lok. This in vitro study compares the mechanical strength of these two of types of clips by...

Resource Type:

Honors College Thesis