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morcellation
Indications:
- used laparoscopically to cut tissue into smaller pieces for easier removal
Notes:
- FDA approves morcellation tissue containment system April 2016 [1]
Specific
uterine morcellation
General
surgery
References
- Frellick M
FDA OKs Marketing of Morcellation Tissue Containment System.
Medscape Oncology. April 7, 2016
http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/861621
- FDA News Release. April 6, 2016.
FDA approves first leadless pacemaker to treat heart rhythm
disorders.
http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm494417.htm
- FDA Safety Communication. February 25, 2020
UPDATE: The FDA recommends performing contained morcellation
in women when laparoscopic power morcellation is appropriate.
https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/safety-communications/update-fda-recommends-performing-contained-morcellation-women-when-laparoscopic-power-morcellation