Abstract
The anatomic properties of the small intestinal mesentery are such that it is sufficiently mobile at the intestinal margin, to permit most resections. The root region, that is, where it emerges to fan out and span the intestinal tract distal to the duodenojejunal flexure, should be avoided.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Mesenteric Principles of Gastrointestinal Surgery |
Subtitle of host publication | Basic and Applied Science |
Publisher | CRC Press |
Pages | 311-315 |
Number of pages | 5 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781498711234 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781498725323 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2017 |