Comparison between LigaSure™ and Harmonic® in Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy: A Single-Center Experience on 422 Patients

• Main Authors: N. Velotti (Author), M. Manigrasso (Author), K. Di Lauro (Author), A. Vitiello (Author), G. Berardi (Author), D. Manzolillo (Author), P. Anoldo (Author), A. Bocchetti (Author), F. Milone (Author), M. Milone (Author), G. D. De Palma (Author), M. Musella (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Hindawi Limited, 2019-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Background. New laparoscopic devices, such as electrothermal bipolar-activated devices (LigaSure™ (LS)) or ultrasonic systems (Harmonic® scalpel (HS)), have been applied recently to bariatric surgery allowing to reduce blood loss and surgical risks. The aim of this study was to retrospectively compa...