Abstract:Introduction: The Hemopatch® is a novel polyethylene glycol-coated (PEG-coated) collagen patch, which acts as a topical hemostatic agent. It has been applied to a variety of surgical techniques. Here, we present our series and technique using a PEG-coated patch for minimally invasive partial nephrectomy (MIPN).
Methods: We conducted a retrospective chart review of all patients undergoing MIPN by a single surgeon at a tertiary Canadian medical center between July and December 2018. We included patients if… Show more
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