Dopplers in Laparoscopic Surgery
Surgeons can now compensate for the loss of tactile sensation during laparoscopic procedures with the use of the VTI Laparoscopic Doppler System – effectively avoiding potential misunderstandings related to surrounding viscera and vascular anatomy.
Available in the 8 MHz Surgical Doppler and 20 MHz Microvascular Doppler the VTI Doppler systems sense the presence of blood flow, alerting the surgeon to blood vessel presence. Both systems are designed with sterile, disposable probes for ease of use without requiring special training. VTI Dopplers fit through standard 5mm ports.
Laparoscopic Procedures
- Varicocele ligation
- Gallbladder dissections
- Laparoscopic pyeloplasty
- Preperitoneal hernia repair
Doppler Uses
- Identifying and preserving the testicular artery
- Assessing mesenteric arteries
- Identifying femoral vessels
References
- JOURNAL WATCH: JSLS Application of Doppler Technology
Neff M., et al. Laparoscopy Today. Society of Laparoendoscoopic Surgeons. 2004;8:259-261. - The use of a Doppler probe to facilitate laparoscopic varicocele ligation
Loughlin KR, et al. Surgery, Gynecology & Obstetrics. Martin Memorial Foundation - The use of a Doppler probe in laparoscopic surgery
Loughlin KR, et al. Journal of Laparoendoscopic Surgery. Mary Ann Liebert. 1992 Jun;2(3):191-4.
During laparoscopic surgery, the VTI Laparoscopic Doppler System assists surgeons to locate and identify vessels positively.
20MHz Doppler Info Sheet
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