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World J Gastrointest Surg. Aug 27, 2026; 18(8): 120360
Published online Aug 27, 2026. doi: 10.4240/wjgs.120360
Published online Aug 27, 2026. doi: 10.4240/wjgs.120360
Figure 2 Device overview and surgical application for portal vein reconstruction.
A: Schematic illustration of the microvascular anastomotic coupler (KingSung Medical; NMPA Reg. No. 20233020825) and its alignment mechanism; B: Vascular gauge for diameter measurement; C: The coupler device; D: Intraoperative preparation of the portal vein ends; E: Alignment and closure of the vessel ends using the rotation tool; F: Completed anastomosis showing a secure, uniform connection.
- Citation: Li JJ, Yang J, Xie Y, Shang JM, Li J, Chen CY, Liu LN, Zhang ZY, Pan BH, Jiang WT. Sutureless portal vein reconstruction in porcine orthotopic liver transplantation using a microvascular coupler: A randomized study with artificial intelligence-assisted histopathology. World J Gastrointest Surg 2026; 18(8): 120360
- URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/1948-9366/full/v18/i8/120360.htm
- DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.4240/wjgs.120360