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Applications In Surgery And Gynecology Using The QUIK-STITCH
Reviewed By:  James E.Carter, M.D., FACOG    &   Edward Felix, M.D., FACS

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LIGATION - Cystic Duct


A blunt needle is used to isolate embedded structures such as the cystic duct.


The needle is picked up to encircle the structure.


The needle and suture are withdrawn into the QUIK-STITCH cartridge. The knot is formed and pushed into place.

APPROXIMATION - Uterine Bed after Myomectomy


Closure of the myoma bed can be easily accomplished after removal of the myoma.
Interrupted sutures approximate the edges of the defect. (For deep intramural myomas, one or more layers of interrupted sutures are used to close the myoma bed.)
QUIK-STITCH locking Roeder Knots provide secure closure.

FIXATION - Plication of Reinforcing Mesh


Migration of hernia mesh can be avoided by simple suture plication of the edges.
A short straight needle easily passes through the mesh weave and tissue.
Once formed, the locking Roeder knot is secure. It can be loosely fashioned to maintain the flat mesh profile.