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15747220

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rdf:type
lifeskim:mentions
pubmed:issue
1
pubmed:dateCreated
2005-3-4
pubmed:abstractText
Stabilization and manipulation of instruments in endoscopic neurosurgery has traditionally been a manual task. Conventional self-retaining retractors have failed to provide reliable fixation for endoscopic procedures. Most surgeons rely on a team approach to endoscopy with one individual controlling the endoscope while the other manipulates instruments within the field of view. This two-surgeon approach is manpower intensive and not an option at many facilities. Recently developed technology provides the independent practitioner with another option. Several nitrogen-powered stabilizing arms have been introduced which decrease or eliminate problems with post-positioning drift. To facilitate fine maneuvering of the endoscope, a new positioning arm is available with an incorporated microdriver capable of sub-millimeter adjustments. We present an illustrative case of the utility of this device in selected endoscopic procedures.
pubmed:language
eng
pubmed:journal
pubmed:citationSubset
IM
pubmed:chemical
pubmed:status
MEDLINE
pubmed:month
Feb
pubmed:issn
0946-7211
pubmed:author
pubmed:issnType
Print
pubmed:volume
48
pubmed:owner
NLM
pubmed:authorsComplete
Y
pubmed:pagination
63-5
pubmed:dateRevised
2005-11-17
pubmed:meshHeading
pubmed:year
2005
pubmed:articleTitle
Use of a nitrogen arm-stabilized endoscopic microdriver in neuroendoscopic surgery.
pubmed:affiliation
Tripler Army Medical Center, Honolulu, HI 96734, USA. jonathan.martin@haw.tamc.amedd.army.mil
pubmed:publicationType
Journal Article, Case Reports