Another Use for Padlock Clip

Endoscopic removal of the Padlock-G clip.

Successful endoscopic closure of iatrogenic duodenal perforation with the new Padlock Clip.

Although duodenal perforations are rare [1], they represent one of the most critical complications of endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) and may be fatal in elderly patients. Following the introduction of endoscopic clips, stents, and over-thescope systems into clinical practice, endoscopic management of perforations has became the first therapeutic option [2, 3]. We present the case of a 62-year-old ...

Successful endoscopic closure of a gastrocutaneous fistula using a 'Padlock Clip'.

A 27-year-old woman with severe neurological disability and portal hypertension secondary to Wilson’s disease was referred for endoscopic closure of a chronic gastrocutaneous fistula following the removal of a percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tube 8 months previously (●" Fig.1). The patient suffered from skin denudation caused by leakage of gastric secretions. At upper gastrointestinal...

Another use for nasopharyngeal airway.

through these catheters," we recommended in our case report that jet ventilation through these catheters shodd not be necessary during the brief period of tube exchange.' According to the editorial of Benumof,' air entry should not exceed air exit. The incidence of complicating barotrauma may be decreased by selecting a properly sized exchange catheter in proportion to the size of the endotrach...

Use of the U-clip for microvascular anastomosis.

Microvascular anastomosis is a demanding skill requiring technical excellence and a thorough knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Every suture placed in a microvascular anastomosis should be considered critical as each has the potential to compromise the delicate reconstruction. As such, any device that can facilitate microvascular suture placement deserves thorough evaluation. The U-clip (Coal...