K. W. Kercher

Carolinas Medical Center

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Ronald F. Sing

Carolinas Medical Center

B. Heniford

Carolinas Medical Center

Brent D. Matthews

Carolinas Medical Center

E. Parra-Davilla

Florida Hospital Medical Group

William W. Hope

New Hanover Regional Medical Center

Harry van Goor

University Medical Center Groningen

Heniford Bt

Carolinas Medical Center

Thomas M. Schmelzer

Stanford University

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Stuart L. Goldstein

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

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Carolinas Medical Center

Hernia Center

Carolinas Healthcare System

Atrium Medical Cente

University of North Carolina at Charlotte

American College of Surgeons

Stony Brook University

Amsterdam University Medical Centers

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Laparoscopic repair of traumatic diaphragmatic injuries

Surgical Endoscopy (2003)

Brent D. Matthews H. Bui Kristi L. Harold K. W. Kercher Gina Adrales

10.1007/s00464-002-8831-9

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Role of retrievable vena cava filter following placement for thromboembolic prophylaxis in a high-risk trauma patient questioned.

PubMed (2002)

SM Cera RF Sing K. W. Kercher B. Heniford

Vena cava filters

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Successful salvage of infected PTFE mesh after ventral hernia repair.

PubMed (2002)

K. W. Kercher Sing Rf Matthews Bd Heniford Bt

Rates of hernia recurrence following repair of abdominal wall hernia defects have been shown to be lower when prosthetic biomaterials are used, but their presence may be associated with a higher rate of infectious complications. Traditional surgical teaching has advocated removal of contaminated or exposed prosthetics, although the morbidity of these revisions is high. The case presented involves a ventral hernia repair complicated by methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infection and exposed polytetrafluoroethylene mesh. The open abdominal wound was successfully managed with a combination of intravenous antibiotics, local wound debridement, vacuum-assisted closure, and soft tissue coverage of the mesh. Eighteen months following surgical closure of the wound, no hernia recurrence or infection was evident.

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P36

Journal of Surgical Research (2007)

Marc Zerey Richard D. Peindl B. Lauren Paton William W. Hope William L. Newcomb

10.1016/j.jss.2006.12.263

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Lateral Approach to Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy in the Previously Operated Abdomen

Journal of Laparoendoscopic & Advanced Surgical Techniques (2001)

Stuart L. Goldstein Brent D. Matthews Ronald F. Sing K. W. Kercher B. Todd Heniford

In the past, prior abdominal surgery was often felt to be a contraindication to laparoscopic cholecystectomy. The presence of adhesions precludes using a simple paraumbilical open approach for insufflation and initial trocar insertion because of an increased risk of bowel perforation and the difficulty in obtaining adequate exposure.We report 32 consecutive patients with previous upper midline incisions who underwent laparoscopic cholecystectomy with cholangiography and describe the technique and lateral positioning to facilitate this approach.In our series, there were no complications. The mean length of hospital stay was 1.3 days, and the conversion rate to an open procedure was 3%: one patient who had had 22 previous abdominal operations.Laparoscopic cholecystectomy performed with the patient in the lateral position is safe and effective for patients who have had previous midline incisions.

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10.1089/109264201750539673

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Criteria for definition of a complex abdominal wall hernia

Hernia (2013)

Nicholas J. Slater Agneta Montgomery Frederik Berrevoet Alfredo M. Carbonell A. Chang

Hernia Repair

10.1007/s10029-013-1168-6

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Energy Sources in Laparoscopy

Surgical Innovation (2004)

Andrew G. Harrell K. W. Kercher B. Todd Heniford

Traditional monopolar and bipolar electrosurgery remain very useful in laparoscopic surgery. The need for meticulous hemostasis and the tedium of vessel ligation in advanced cases has propelled the development of new energy source devices that have proved to be remarkably helpful in both laparoscopic and open surgery. Energy sources in the form of argon beam coagulation, ultrasonic coagulation, and bipolar vessel sealing systems have revolutionized laparoscopic surgery. Although each of these energy sources has improved the efficiency and safety of minimally invasive techniques, they can also be associated with distressing complications. This report describes the biophysics of these tools, their spectrum of effectiveness, and methods of application that may improve our ability to perform surgery in a safe and proficient manner.

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Electrocoagulation

Invasive surgery

10.1177/107155170401100310

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