Murphy-Lexer Access

The Murphy-Lexer approach is a surgical approach named after American surgeons Joseph W. Murphy and Ernst Lexer. This type of access is used for operations on the abdominal and thoracic organs. It was developed at the beginning of the 20th century and became widespread in medical practice.

Murphy-Lexer access can be performed using both open and closed methods. The open method involves making an incision through the anterior abdominal wall, and the closed method through the intercostal spaces.

One advantage of this approach is that it allows the surgeon to access the abdominal organs without having to cut through the sternum. This is especially important during heart or lung surgery, where damage to the sternum can lead to serious complications.

However, this access also has some disadvantages. For example, it may be more traumatic than other types of access and require a longer recovery time after surgery. In addition, when using the open method, there may be a risk of damage to the intestines and other organs near the incision.

The Murphy-Lexer approach is a surgical technique that uses an endoscope to gain access to deep tissues in the body. It was invented by two surgeons, William Murphy and Ernst Lexer, at the end of the 19th century.

The history of the invention of the Murphy-Lecester method dates back to the days of phlebotomy, when acupuncture steroids were used. But at the beginning of the 20th century, the situation changed, and it became necessary for the surgeon to have access to the deep part of the intestine. To do this, they began using steroid tubes and colloidal beads. However, this method was too dangerous and difficult to use, which led to the search for new methods.

During this time, William Murphy began to experiment with the endoscope, and Ernst Lexer began to explore how it could be used to create access to the deep intestine. Eventually, they joined forces and developed a new method called Murphy Lexer Access. This method involves using an endoscope to create a hole in the abdominal wall.

The Murphy-Lexora approach is used for a variety of purposes, including removal of malignant tumors, placement of drains after surgery, decompression of ulcers, etc. During the procedure, which lasts from a few minutes to several hours, the surgeon uses an endoscope, which is inserted into the abdominal cavity through the rectum. The endoscope allows the surgeon to see the inside of the abdominal cavity and monitor the procedure.

One of the advantages of the Murphy-Lechos approach is that it reduces the risk of complications associated with injury to other organs and tissues. This approach is also safer than other methods such as laparotomy