Current and future practices in surgical retraction

Peter R. C. Steele; J. F. Curran; R. E. Mountain

doi:10.1016/j.surge.2013.06.004

Current and future practices in surgical retraction

Peter R. C. Steele (Lead / Corresponding author), J. F. Curran, R. E. Mountain

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Abstract

Retraction of tissues and anatomical structures is an essential component of all forms of surgery. The means by which operative access is gained through retraction are many and diverse. In this article, the various forms of retraction methods currently available are reviewed, with special reference to hand held, self-retaining and compliant techniques. The special challenges posed by laparoscopic surgery are considered and future developments in new retraction techniques are anticipated.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	330-337
Number of pages	8
Journal	Surgeon: Journal of the Royal Colleges of Surgeons of Edinburgh and Ireland
Volume	11
Issue number	6
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.surge.2013.06.004
Publication status	Published - 2013

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