FIGURE 2. The technique for vascular control during parenchymal transection is based on vessel size. A, Vessels less than 3 mm are coagulated and divided using saline-linked cautery. B, Vessels from 3 to 5 mm are controlled with titanium clips and sharply divided. C, Vascular structures larger than 5 mm are controlled with 3-0 silk ties and sharply divided.