Does monocyte-derived tissue factor contribute to stent thrombosis in an in vitro system?
Circulating TF plays a pivotal role in thrombus formation on stents. Monocytes appear to be the main, but not only, source of TF depositing in the thrombus.
Entry into the peritoneum during TEM is not associated with an increased incidence of complication. Entry into the peritoneum during TEM excision does not mandate conversion to open laparotomy but may be safely repaired endoscopically. Lesions likely to be above the peritoneal reflection and within reach of the endoscope (4 to 24 cm) should be considered for TEM excision.