2012
DOI: 10.1017/s0022215111003392
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Optimising endoscopic stapling of pharyngeal pouches

Abstract: Applying grasping forceps to the cricopharyngeal bar improves the accuracy of the stapling procedure, thus reducing the morbidity and cost associated with multiple staple applications.

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“…Dear Sirs, We read the article 'Optimising endoscopic stapling of pharyngeal pouches' by Moore et al with great interest. 1 The authors provide an effective technique for the surgical treatment of a challenging entity, the so-called Zenker's diverticulum. We respect their effort to improve the endoscopic approach for this diverticulum.…”
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“…Dear Sirs, We read the article 'Optimising endoscopic stapling of pharyngeal pouches' by Moore et al with great interest. 1 The authors provide an effective technique for the surgical treatment of a challenging entity, the so-called Zenker's diverticulum. We respect their effort to improve the endoscopic approach for this diverticulum.…”
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“…We all strive to optimise patient selection and surgical technique when managing pharyngeal dysphagia. [1][2][3][4][5] Hence, describing current and effective surgical alternatives will provide a complementary perspective for the reader, which may help to facilitate the endoscopic approach and to decrease the need for an open approach, in meticulously selected cases.…”
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