Use of Gelatin Matrix Thrombin Tissue Sealant as an Effective Hemostatic Agent During Laparoscopic Partial Nephrectomy

Abstract

The 2-component tissue sealant provided immediate and durable hemostasis in laparoscopic partial nephrectomy. It is a safe and time sparing alternative adjunct to currently available means of achieving hemostasis. In a select patient population use of this agent may reduce warm ischemia time by circumventing the need to perform laparoscopic suturing.