[Laparoscopic single staple suture--initial clinical experiences].

Based on the results of our own animal experimental investigations, the first clinical employment of single titanium staples in the creation of suture lines on the gastrointestinal tract was carried out. These staple lines are most favorably adapted for laparoscopic use. First experiences with 10 staple lines, 6 of which were anastomoses, are reported. Neither insufficiencies nor stenoses were detected. Until now there are no long-term observations. The technique seems to allow open or laparoscopically the creation of standardized suture lines in any segment of the gastrointestinal tract.