Multicenter prospective evaluation of a new articulating 5-mm endoscopic linear stapler.

Background: The objective of this study was to evaluate the safety and efficacy of a novel 5-mm laparoscopic linear stapler in clinical gastrointestinal surgical applications.

Methods: A prospective, single-arm study with an open enrollment of subjects requiring stapling of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract was performed. The study endpoints were the number of complications and technical failures associated with the use of a novel stapler when compared to similar events with conventional staplers as described in the medical literature.

New flexible endoscopic controlled stapler technique for the treatment of Zenker's diverticulum.

Objective: Zenker´s diverticulum (ZD) is a rare cause of dysphagia. Various surgical and flexible endoscopic therapies are available with either higher morbidity or either higher recurrence rate. Therefore, improved treatment options are needed.