The HEARTSTRING III Proximal Seal System is a useful proximal anastomosis assist device, but it has a notable drawback in that the removal process is irreversible. If thread cutting occurs during the tying process, repair without side clamping is difficult. We have developed a simple modified technique for the safer removal of the HEARTSTRING device and we demonstrate it in this video tutorial.
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