The study involves adult subject requiring colonic anastomosis following laparoscopic
intra-corporeal surgery. The anastomosis will be performed by using nitinilclip by the LapCAC
device instead of staplers.
Endpoints: safety-Functioning secured anastomosis and no occurrence of adverse event related
to device use.
The efficacy endpoint of this study includes clinical evaluation of characteristic parameters
related to intestinal surgeries.
Discharge day (or ready-for-discharge) Proven anastomotic leak rate (clinically or
radiological) Stenosis / stricture at anastomosis Patient recovery level will be assessed
every day during hospitalization and in the follow up visits.
Jan 31,2006
All
18 Years
90 Years
18 Years
90 Years
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