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01.07.2004 | Technical Innovation
Intraoperative colonic lavage in infants using a Replogle tube
verfasst von:
Michelle V. Vincent, Sean S. Marven
Erschienen in:
Pediatric Surgery International
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Ausgabe 7/2004
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Abstract
On-table colonic lavage for preparing obstructed bowel prior to anastomosis or stoma formation is now routine in adults, but it is seldom used in paediatric practice. We describe a simple technique for intraoperative colonic lavage using inexpensive medical devices that are also readily available and disposable, a Replogle tube, a fine-bore sucker, and a 20-ml syringe. We have used this technique in infants with intestinal obstruction due to anorectal malformations, intestinal atresias, and post-NEC strictures, to good effect.