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What does ESRD stand for

When doing an endoscopy case the ST will assist the circulator – name 1 responsibility 

What is the name of the skin closure used only on the scrotal sac

What does PKD stand for

When doing a Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP) – under surgical anatomy – Name 4

When doing a kidney transplant the recipient will have to undergo dialysis just prior to the transplant procedure

When doing a Wilms Tumor Excision – A subcuticular closure is accomplished with a continuous 4-0 suture according to the surgeons preference

When doing a Suprapubic Prostatectomy – you will need to have a closed drain on your field

When doing a Laparoscopic Prostatectomy with Robot – The prostate will come out of the patient using a entrapment bag

When doing a kidney transplant – The harvested kidney is placed in the basin on the back table that contains the sterile ice slush and flushed with the electrolyte solution