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Virtually all colectomy procedures are excellent candidates for minimally invasive surgery using the GelPort® system:
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An exit incision is required to remove the specimen
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Palpation of the colon is often needed to identify pathology.
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| In comparison to open surgery, minimally invasive surgery using the GelPort system provides the following benefits:
Faster recovering time
Less post-operative pain
Shorter hospital stay
Improved cosmesis
Better visualization and access
There are several patient and surgeon benefits of performing laparoscopic surgery using the GelPort system as compared to traditional laparoscopic surgery:
Reduced O.R. and anesthesia time
Tactile feedback
Enhanced spatial awareness & agility
Simple specimen removal
Rapid achievement of hemostasis
Atraumatic retraction of large structures
Rapid blunt dissection, palpation & suturing
"For the experienced laparoscopist performing total colectomy, mobilization of the transverse colon and separation of the omentum is greatly enhanced. Operative times have dropped 30-45 minutes with the use of the GelPort system. For surgeons who do not routinely perform laparoscopic colectomy, restoration of tactile feel allows easier mobilization of the colon and safer dissection and division of the major vascular pedicles.
In comparison to other HAL devices, the GelPort system is a superior product. The ability to switch hands easily without the loss of pneumoperitoneum has enhanced both teaching laparoscopic colectomy and performing the procedures. Also, the ability to place conventional or laparoscopic instruments directly through the GelPort device allows greater versatility in completing these procedures."
Peter Marcello, M.D.
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| CLINICAL VIDEOS |  | Minimally Invasive Colectomy Patient Video | | | |
|  | Hand Access Laparoscopic Sigmoid/Left Colectomy featuring the GelPort System | | | |
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