DEEPSUTURE(R), A NOVEL DEVICE FOR CLOSURE OF TROCAR SITES IN MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY

Trocar hole closure may be desirable in minimally invasive surgery (MI S). Methods: DeepSuture(R) is a device designed to aid the MIS surgeon in the closure of trocar holes. Results: It introduces two needles in to the abdominal cavity and when activated simultaneously points them in an outward direction. Long custom-designed doubled-armed needles, w hich have side-attached thread, further facilitate its use. Techniques for closing fascia in both superficial and deep trocar incisions are presented. Conclusions: MIS surgeons who wish to close their trocar in cisions may consider evaluating DeepSuture(R) as an addition to their armamentarium.