Applying a Miller's knot: step 2

Now the knot is ready to be slipped over the two clamps on the pedicle (a second method of applying the knot; very useful in areas of limited access). The leading end of the material is brought “under” the two lines of ligature just placed.

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Introduction

Methodology: figure 1

Methodology: figure 2

Methodology: figure 3

Methodology: figure 4

Applying a Miller's knot: step 1

Applying a Miller's knot: step 2

Applying a Miller's knot: step 3

Case study: step 1

Case study: step 2

Case study: step 3

Comparison to traditional technique