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J Reconstr Microsurg 1989; 5(4): 323-326
DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-1006880
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© 1989 by Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc.

Nonsuture Microsurgical Vessel Anastomosis Using an Absorbable Cuff

E. Euler, A. Lechleuthner, F. Stephan, R.-W. Kenn
  • Innenstadt Surgical Clinic and Polyclinic, Anatomy and Radiology Sections, University of Munich
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Accepted for publication 1989

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08 March 2008 (online)

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ABSTRACT

The nonabsorbable cuff used for nonsuture anastomosis can cause residual vessel stenosis as well as regional wall rigidity. Resulting disturbances in laminar flow promote the development of irregularities in the intimal endothelial vessel lining distal to the anastomosis. Using absorbable cuffs, the degree of stenosis can be appreciably reduced, thereby diminishing thrombogenic flow turbulence. The absorbable cuff can thus facilitate clinical application of nonsuture microsurgical vessel anastomosis.