Surgical instruments

For the creation of the TE-fistula a special Trocar and Cannula has been developed*, which can be used both for primary and secondary puncture (figure bottom and right).

A Pharynx Protector has been designed for protection of the posterior esophageal wall and the fingers of the surgeon during primary TE-puncture. The handle of this instrument can be rotated to accommodate both right and left-handed surgeons. * Designed by: PK de Leng, former instrument maker at
The Netherlands Cancer Institute.