| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2883301 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2006 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Commercially available reinforcements allow pulmonary staple lines to tolerate higher intrabronchial pressures without demonstrating air leak. In addition, reinforcement with small intestinal submucosa imparts a significant advantage to the other reinforcements in terms of pulmonary staple line leak rate.
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Authors
Douglas M. MD, Joseph G. DVM, Jerry W. MD,