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How do you perform the renorrhaphy during a partial nephrectomy?

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Urology · Indiana University

A renorrhaphy can be performed using one or two layers. I use running 3/0 Monocryl for the deep layer and 2/0 Stratafix continuous suturing with the sliding clip technique for the cortical layer. I do not use bolsters or tissue sealants in most cases.

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