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. 2008 Sep;12(3):247-9.
doi: 10.1007/s10151-008-0427-5. Epub 2008 Aug 5.

Transanal resection of rectal neoplasms using the Harmonic Scalpel

M Rabau  1
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Transanal resection of rectal neoplasms using the Harmonic Scalpel

M Rabau. Tech Coloproctol. 2008 Sep.

Abstract

The currently used technology for transanal excision of rectal neoplasms is diathermy. However, control of bleeding is sometimes difficult. The Harmonic Scalpel provides a "dry" surgical field which facilitates the procedure and allows complete resection of the neoplasm with greater accuracy.

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