A Penrose drain or a 12F Robinson catheter is used to assist…

A Penrose drain or a 12F Robinson catheter is used to assist in isolating and retracting the distal esophagus. Bougie dilators may be used as an esophageal stent by which to secure the fundoplication. Equipment needed for the procedure includes an ESU, an insufflation unit with CO2 gas, and two video monitors. (One on each side of the patient). These statements reflect this particular procedure:

Identify the surgical procedure: Special considerations: -14…

Identify the surgical procedure: Special considerations: -14 or 16 fr. Foley is inserted to identify the urethra during the procedure -penile block is done into the corpus cavernosum to evaluate erectile size and for post-op pain management – A separate table or mayo is set up for the implant The following drugs are used: 1% xylocaine, normal saline, methylene blue, papaverine, 0.5% marcaine, bacitracin and kanamyacin STRICT STERILE TECHNIQUE IS A MUST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!