The scrotal elevator: a novel scrotal retractor for perineal approach surgery


https://doi.org/10.4081/std.2011.e3
Vol. 1 No. 1 (2011)
Published: July 6, 2011
coloproctology, perineum, examination.
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Thorough examination under anaesthetic of the rectum and anus demands an adequate view of the perineum. Traditionally patients are placed in the Lloyd-Davies position when anorectal access is required. However, in male patients, the scrotum may obscure the perineum making it difficult to perform an adequate examination...

Guy F. Nash, Department of Surgery, Poole Hospital, Poole, Dorset

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Nash, G. F. (2011). The scrotal elevator: a novel scrotal retractor for perineal approach surgery. Surgical Techniques Development, 1(1), e3. https://doi.org/10.4081/std.2011.e3

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