OBJECTIVES: To review indications, benefits, and complications of surgical stapling in animals. STUDY DESIGN: Literature review. RESULTS: Benefits and complications of surgical stapling depend on the procedure performed. Use of surgical staplers does not improve wound strength but may decrease surgical time. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: In patients at significant risk for intraoperative contamination or morbidity from prolonged anesthesia time, use of stapling devices should be considered.
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