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The use of sealing hemostat patch (HEMOPATCH ®) in laparotomic myomectomy: a prospective case-control study. Arch Gynecol Obstet 2023; 307:1521-1528. [PMID: 36790464 DOI: 10.1007/s00404-023-06957-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2022] [Accepted: 02/01/2023] [Indexed: 02/16/2023]
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PURPOSE Uterine myomas are the most common gynecological disease. In these cases, a myomectomy is performed traditionally laparotomically. However, alternatives have been widely used, including laparoscopic, endoscopic, and robotic surgery. During these techniques, diffuse parenchymatous bleeding remains one of the main intraoperative and postoperative complications and sometimes requires unplanned hysterectomies. Recently, hemostatic agents and sealants have been used to prevent excessive blood loss during surgical repair. METHODS We propose a prospective case-control study on the use of a sealing hemostat patch (HEMOPATCH®) on uterine sutures in laparotomic myomectomy. In the period between July 2016 and April 2017, 46 patients with symptomatic uterine fibromatosis underwent surgery. They were divided into two groups of 23 patients, with different treatments in the hemostatic phase of oozing bleeding. HEMOPATCH® is applied in group A, and spray electrocoagulation is applied in group B. RESULTS In group A, we achieve faster hemostasis (p < 0.05), than in group B. We report a significantly lower C-reactive protein value on the second and third days after surgery for group A compared to group B. CONCLUSIONS HEMOPATCH®, during laparotomic myomectomy, is a valid alternative solution for obtaining rapid hemostasis and consequently intraoperative and postoperative bleeding. Furthermore, we suggest that a lower inflammatory peritoneal state is probably correlated with the barrier effect of the patch on the suture.
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Sakurai S, Suzuki Y, Nagai K, Ishidera Y, Nakagawa K, Miyagi E. Strangulated internal hernia caused by an iatrogenic peritoneal band after total laparoscopic hysterectomy-A caveat to consider retroperitoneum closure. Clin Case Rep 2022; 10:e6550. [PMID: 36381030 PMCID: PMC9638085 DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.6550] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2022] [Revised: 10/05/2022] [Accepted: 10/19/2022] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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Suturing the retroperitoneum is a common technique in laparoscopic hysterectomy, which is reported to reduce vaginal cuff infection and organ evisceration in case vaginal cuff dehiscence occurs. However, physicians should take into account that it may cause internal hernia.
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- Shizuka Sakurai
- Department of Obstetrics and GynecologyYokohama City University Graduate School of MedicineYokohamaJapan
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- Department of Obstetrics and GynecologyYokohama City University Graduate School of MedicineYokohamaJapan
- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Obstetrics and GynecologyColumbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and SurgeonsNew YorkNew YorkUSA
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- Department of Obstetrics and GynecologyYokohama City University Graduate School of MedicineYokohamaJapan
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- Department of Obstetrics and GynecologyYokohama City University Graduate School of MedicineYokohamaJapan
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- Department of Gastroenterological SurgeryYokohama City University Graduate School of MedicineYokohamaJapan
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- Department of Obstetrics and GynecologyYokohama City University Graduate School of MedicineYokohamaJapan
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Ashraf H, Low N, Spiro C, Keong B. Floseal-induced small bowel obstruction. J Surg Case Rep 2022; 2022:rjac444. [PMID: 36196134 PMCID: PMC9522387 DOI: 10.1093/jscr/rjac444] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/19/2022] [Accepted: 09/03/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Floseal is a haemostatic agent designed to augment the body’s natural clotting cascade response. We describe the first case in over a decade, and the first case with intra-operative images of early post-operative small bowel obstruction (SBO) associated with Floseal use in general surgery. A previously well man in his 30s underwent laparoscopic appendicectomy for clinical acute appendicitis. Floseal was applied to the right lateral abdominal wall for haemostasis. He developed a mechanical SBO, with diagnostic laparoscopy confirming a transition point between the caecum and terminal ileum, adherent to the area of the previously applied Floseal. He underwent adhesiolysis and uneventful recovery. We propose Floseal may exacerbate early post-operative inflammation and provide a nidus for early adhesion formation. We recommend removing excess Floseal not incorporated in the haemostatic clot and to consider Floseal as a differential in early post-operative SBO.
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- Hamza Ashraf
- Department of General Surgery, Austin Health , Melbourne, Victoria , Australia
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- Department of General Surgery, Austin Health , Melbourne, Victoria , Australia
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- Department of General Surgery, Austin Health , Melbourne, Victoria , Australia
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- Department of General Surgery, Austin Health , Melbourne, Victoria , Australia
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ANDRAOS RP, HALLAL AH. Postoperative small bowel obstruction associated with use of oxidized regenerated cellulose (fibrillar). Chirurgia (Bucur) 2022. [DOI: 10.23736/s0394-9508.21.05309-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Chung JPW, Law TSM, Mak JSM, Sahota DS, Li TC. Ovarian reserve and recurrence 1 year post-operatively after using haemostatic sealant and bipolar diathermy for haemostasis during laparoscopic ovarian cystectomy. Reprod Biomed Online 2021; 43:310-318. [PMID: 34193356 DOI: 10.1016/j.rbmo.2021.05.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2021] [Revised: 03/25/2021] [Accepted: 05/05/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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RESEARCH QUESTION Is there a difference in the ovarian reserve 1 year post-operatively in those who used a haemostatic sealant or bipolar diathermy for haemostasis during laparoscopic ovarian cystectomy for ovarian endometriomas? DESIGN This was an extended follow-up observational study of a previous randomized controlled trial where women aged 18 to 40 years with 3-8 cm unilateral or bilateral endometriomas were randomized to receive haemostasis by a haemostatic sealant or bipolar diathermy following ovarian cystectomy. The primary outcome was the ovarian reserve as assessed by antral follicle count (AFC) 1 year post-operatively. Secondary outcomes included the recurrence rate of ovarian endometrioma, the change in anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) and FSH concentrations, and reproductive outcomes. RESULTS The significant increase in AFC at 3 months after initial surgery (P = 0.025) in the haemostatic sealant group compared with the diathermy group was sustained at 1 year (P = 0.024) but there was no difference in AMH or FSH concentrations between the groups throughout the follow-up period. The recurrence rate in the FloSeal group was 7.7% (n = 3/39) compared with 22.2% (n = 8/36) in the diathermy group (P = 0.060). The recurrence rate in women who had bilateral lesions was significantly higher than those with unilateral lesions (risk ratio 5.33, interquartile range 1.55-18.38). No difference in reproductive outcomes was found between the two groups. CONCLUSIONS Applying haemostatic sealant after laparoscopic cystectomy of ovarian endometriomas produces a significantly greater improvement in AFC, which was apparent at 3-month follow-up, and was sustained at 1-year follow-up without compromising the recurrence rate.
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- Jacqueline Pui Wah Chung
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin New Territories, Hong Kong SAR.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin New Territories, Hong Kong SAR
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin New Territories, Hong Kong SAR
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin New Territories, Hong Kong SAR
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin New Territories, Hong Kong SAR
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Erenberg M, Rotem R, Segal D, Yohay Z, Idan I, Yohay D, Weintraub AY. Adhesion barriers and topical hemostatic agents are risk factors for post-cesarean section infections. Surgery 2021; 170:1120-1124. [PMID: 33933281 DOI: 10.1016/j.surg.2021.03.048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/03/2021] [Revised: 03/15/2021] [Accepted: 03/22/2021] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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BACKGROUND Cesarean sections are the most common surgery worldwide, and post-cesarean section infections and hemorrhage are a major cause for morbidity and mortality. In recent years, many surgeons use adhesion barriers as well as hemostatic agents during primary and repeated cesarean section. The data regarding the safety of these agents is relatively limited. The objective of this study was to investigate whether the use of adhesion barriers and topical hemostatic agents pose a risk for post-cesarean section infections. METHOD A case-control study composed of women who were admitted to the Soroka University Medical Center between the years 2012 and 2016 was conducted. The study group was composed of women admitted owing to post-cesarean section infections (cases) and those who underwent cesarean sections without post-cesarean section infection (control subjects). Matching was done according to date and surgery setting (elective versus emergency). A univariate analysis was followed by a multiple regression model in order to examine the association between adhesion barriers/hemostatic agents and post-cesarean section infections. RESULTS During the study period, 113 patients developed postoperative infection (cases); 71.7% were diagnosed with surgical site infection, 7.1% with endometritis, and 21.2% with other infections. These were compared with 226 control subjects. In the univariate analysis, the use of adhesion barriers/hemostatic agents were found to be associated with post-cesarean section infection. Using a multivariable analysis controlling for previous cesarean section, skin closer technique, preterm delivery, and duration of surgery >60 minutes, the use of adhesion barriers as well as hemostatic agents was found to be independently associated with post-cesarean section infection (adjusted odds ratio = 2.11, 95% confidence interval = 1.17-3.84; adjusted odds ratio = 2.29, 95% confidence interval = 1.37-3.8, respectively) CONCLUSION: Adhesion barriers and hemostatic agents were found to be independently associated with post-cesarean section infections. Further larger studies are needed to reinforce our findings. The use of these materials should be carefully considered, and their cost-effectiveness re-examined.
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- Miriam Erenberg
- Obstetrics and Gynecology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel.
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- Obstetric and Gynecology, Shaare Zedek Medical Center, affiliated with the Hebrew University Medical School of Jerusalem, Israel
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
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Topical Hemostatic Agents at Time of Obstetric and Gynecologic Surgery: ACOG Committee Opinion, Number 812. Obstet Gynecol 2020; 136:e81-e89. [PMID: 32976379 DOI: 10.1097/aog.0000000000004104] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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There are three broad categories of hemostatic agents: 1) caustic, 2) physical, and 3) biologic. Because of the paucity of data on the use of topical hemostatic agents in gynecologic and obstetric surgery, indications for use are extrapolated from data on the use of these agents in other types of surgeries and are based on expert opinion. Topical hemostatic agents can be a useful adjunct to assist in the management of intraoperative bleeding in select circumstances. Topical hemostatic agents most commonly are used in situations where the use of electrocautery or sutures for hemostatic control of surgical bleeding is not ideal or safe, including bleeding in areas with nearby vulnerable structures or in the presence of diffuse bleeding from peritoneal surfaces or cut surfaces of solid organs. When managing intraoperative bleeding, there is no substitute for meticulous surgical technique. When possible, the surgeon should attempt to control intraoperative bleeding with sutures, clips, or electrosurgery before the use of hemostatic agents. It is essential for surgeons to understand the appropriate use, contraindications, and cost of these agents in order to make the most informed decision for patient care.
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Gezer Ş, Pulur A, Yücesoy İ. Application of thrombin gel matrix for the prevention of lymphocele in patients with endometrial cancer: A prospective randomized trial. J Gynecol Obstet Hum Reprod 2020; 50:101994. [PMID: 33217600 DOI: 10.1016/j.jogoh.2020.101994] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/07/2020] [Revised: 11/12/2020] [Accepted: 11/13/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate a thrombin gel matrix (TGM), Floseal, for the prevention of lymphocele in patients with endometrial cancer who underwent pelvic lymphadenectomy. METHODS A total of 79 consecutive patients with endometrial cancer were randomly allocated to one of two groups: the TGM group and control group. After completion of the lymphadenectomy, 5 mL of Floseal was applied to the bilateral pelvic sidewalls, especially the femoral canal, obturator, and common iliac vessels areas. Computed tomography scans were obtained for lymphocele evaluation 2 months after the surgery. RESULTS Three patients from the TGM group, and four patients from the control group were lost during follow-up, and data from 36 participants from each group were analyzed. As the primary outcome, lymphocele developed in 12 patients in both groups (33 %). There was no significant difference between the groups in terms of lymphocele and symptomatic lymphocele development. Lymphocele localization was also not different between the two groups, but the diameter of the lymphoceles detected in the TGM group was significantly greater (p = 0.021). The mean drainage days was significantly shorter in the TGM group (p = 0.015). The amount of drainage was also less in the TGM group, but the difference was not statistically significant. CONCLUSION Thrombin gel matrix applied to the pelvic sidewalls does not reduce the incidence of symptomatic or asymptomatic lymphoceles after pelvic lymphadenectomy in endometrial cancer. However, it can reduce the amount of drainage and the number of drainage days so it can help to shorten hospitalization.
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- Şener Gezer
- Kocaeli University School of Medicine, Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Turkey.
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- Kocaeli University School of Medicine, Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Turkey
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- Kocaeli University School of Medicine, Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Turkey
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Topical hemostatic and tissue-sealing agents in gynecologic surgery. Curr Opin Obstet Gynecol 2020; 32:285-291. [PMID: 32324712 DOI: 10.1097/gco.0000000000000632] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW To review current topical hemostatic agent use and how it pertains to gynecologic surgery. RECENT FINDINGS Recent literature suggests some benefit of topical hemostatic agents (THA). THAs confer reduced bleeding and shorter operating room time in women undergoing hysterectomy for cancer and in abdominal myomectomy. THA use in women undergoing ovarian cystectomy is associated with a decreased reduction in ovarian reserve. Potential complications of THA use include abscess formation, small bowel obstruction, inflammation, allergic reaction, and transmission of blood-borne pathogens. Evidence for use of THA in benign minimally invasive gynecologic surgery (MIGS) procedures is lacking. SUMMARY Although evidence exists for the efficacy of THA in reducing blood loss and operating times across surgical subspecialties, specific, appropriate, and efficacious use of THAs in gynecologic surgery remains ill-defined. Knowledge of their mechanisms of action and potential complications should enable surgeons to optimize desired effects and minimize harm.
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Since a variety of procoagulant products, collectively called hemostatic agents, became available to surgeons in the mid-20th century, their use has increased across multiple specialties, including gynecology. Congruent with past research on the causes of regional variation in the practice of medicine, available evidence suggests that a central predictor for use of these products is physician preference rather than documented clinical necessity. Use of these products adds risks and avoidable cost. This article seeks to highlight specific gynecologic circumstances in which evidence and surgical judgment supports hemostatic agent use and other settings in which use should be reconsidered.
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Ito TE, Martin AL, Henderson EF, Gaskins JT, Vaughn VM, Biscette SM, Pasic RP. Systematic Review of Topical Hemostatic Agent Use in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery. JSLS 2019; 22:JSLS.2018.00070. [PMID: 30662251 PMCID: PMC6328362 DOI: 10.4293/jsls.2018.00070] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/03/2023] Open
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Background and Objectives: To perform a systematic review of articles evaluating hemostatic effectiveness and peri-operative outcomes when topical hemostatic agents (HA) are used in minimally invasive gynecologic surgeries (MIGS) for benign conditions. Methods: Studies published through March 31, 2017 were retrieved through PubMed, EMBASE, Cochrane, and ClinicalTrials.gov to identify all eligible studies. No studies were excluded based on publish date. All comparative studies or case series with >10 participants reporting use of at least one topical HA in MIGS for benign conditions were included as long as full-text articles were available and written in English. Studies were excluded if surgery was done for malignancy or completed via an open approach. Articles that included multiple surgical subspecialties were excluded if data related to MIGS was unable to be isolated. Evaluation for eligibility and data extraction was performed by three independent reviewers. Quality of evidence was also assessed by each reviewer. Results: From 132 articles, a total of 8 studies were included in this systematic review. We found that use of fibrin sealant decreased time to hemostasis, postoperative hemoglobin drop, and estimated blood loss (EBL) compared with bipolar energy and reduced the overall operative time in laparoscopic myomectomy. When fibrin sealant use at time of myomectomy was compared to bipolar energy there was no significant difference in the rate of postoperative complications. Furthermore, there was less of a decrease in anti-Mullerian hormone (AMH) level when a thrombin-gelatin matrix was used compared to bipolar energy on ovarian tissue. Conclusion: Application of topical HA in MIGS can reduce operative time, blood loss, and ameliorate damage to ovarian function. However, more data needs to be gathered for use of HA during different types of gynecologic procedures (adnexal surgery, myomectomy, and hysterectomy) to provide better quality evidence to guide their use.
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- Traci E Ito
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Louisville Hospital, Louisville, KY, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Louisville Hospital, Louisville, KY, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Louisville Hospital, Louisville, KY, USA
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- Department of Biostatistics, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Louisville Hospital, Louisville, KY, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Louisville Hospital, Louisville, KY, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Louisville Hospital, Louisville, KY, USA
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Mısırlıoğlu S, Türkgeldi E, Yağmur H, Urman B, Ata B. Use of a gelatin-thrombin hemostatic matrix in obstetrics and gynecological surgery. Turk J Obstet Gynecol 2018; 15:193-199. [PMID: 30202631 PMCID: PMC6127479 DOI: 10.4274/tjod.90217] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2018] [Accepted: 06/24/2018] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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Gelatin-thrombin matrix (GTM) is a hemostatic sealant consisting of bovine-derived gelatin matrix and human-derived thrombin, combining both mechanical and active mechanisms to achieve hemostasis. It was approved by the Food and Drug Administration in 1999. GTM has been used by several surgical specialties; however, it is a possibly an under-used tool in obstetrics and gynecology. A limited number of studies have been performed on its use during laparoscopic endometrioma excision and myomectomy. It may prove useful in endometrioma excision in reproductive aged women because it is likely to harm ovarian reserve less than electrocautery; however, this conclusion needs to be validated. The only study on GTM use in myomectomy included 50 women randomized into GTM and control groups, and showed decreased blood loss and shorter hospital stays in the GTM group. In gynecologic oncology, it was successfully used to reduce lymphocele cases in a cohort study. GTM has been used successfully in obstetrics in a handful of cases of uncontrolled bleeding from caesarean scar, placental site, ectopic pregnancy, rectovaginal hematoma, and venous plexus over the vaginal vault after emergency postpartum hysterectomy. Risk of viral transmission is a major concern about GTM, yet there are no reports on disease transmission with GTM use to date. Rare but serious adverse effects and complications have been reported such as fatal or near-fatal thromboembolism and small bowel obstruction. Although GTM is mostly a safe product, it is still not free of complications and risks. In conclusion, although routine use of GTM cannot be recommended due to concerns about its safety, cost, and availability, it may prove useful when conventional hemostatic methods such as suturing and electrocauterization fail or are not appropriate.
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- Selim Mısırlıoğlu
- Koç University Hospital, Clinic of Obstetrics and Gynecology, İstanbul, Turkey
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- Koç University Hospital, Clinic of Obstetrics and Gynecology, İstanbul, Turkey
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- Koç University Hospital, Clinic of Obstetrics and Gynecology, İstanbul, Turkey
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- Koç University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, İstanbul, Turkey
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- Koç University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, İstanbul, Turkey
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Gazzeri R, Galarza M, Morabito M, Alfieri A. Clinical Use and Hemostatic Application of Gelatin. POLYMER GELS 2018. [DOI: 10.1007/978-981-10-6083-0_3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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Choi C, Kim WY, Lee DH, Lee SH. Usefulness of hemostatic sealants for minimizing ovarian damage during laparoscopic cystectomy for endometriosis. J Obstet Gynaecol Res 2017; 44:532-539. [PMID: 29271052 DOI: 10.1111/jog.13542] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2017] [Accepted: 10/08/2017] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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AIM We aimed to evaluate the impact of topical hemostatic sealants and bipolar coagulation during laparoscopic ovarian endometriotic cyst resection on ovarian reserve by comparing the rates of decrease in anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH). METHODS A randomized prospective data collection was made on women aged 19-45 years who planned to have laparoscopic ovarian cystectomy at one of two institutions (n = 80), Kangbuk Samsung Hospital, Seoul, Korea or National Health Insurance Service Ilsan Hospital, Goyang, Korea, from January 2014 to April 2016. Patients were randomly divided into two groups treated with either a topical hemostatic sealant or bipolar coagulation for hemostasis. The hemostatic group was randomized to the FloSeal or TachoSil subgroups. Preoperative and 3-month postoperative AMH levels were checked and the rates of decrease of AMH were compared. All patients enrolled were treated with dienogest (Visanne) for 6-12 months. None were lost to follow-up at postoperative 3 months, but about one-third of the patients had been lost to follow-up by 6-12 months. RESULTS AMH was significantly decreased in both groups 3 months postoperatively; however, the rate of decrease in the bipolar coagulation group was greater than that in the hemostatic sealant group, 41.9% (interquartile range [IQR], 22.29-65.24) versus 18.1% (IQR, 10.94-29.90), P = 0.007. Between the two hemostatic subgroups, there was no significant difference in AMH decrease rate, 14.95% (IQR, 11.34-21.21) versus 18.1% (IQR 9.76-40.70), P = 0.204. CONCLUSION Hemostatic sealants may be an alternative to bipolar coagulation for preservation of ovarian reserve after laparoscopic ovarian cystectomy for endometriosis.
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- Chahien Choi
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Kangbuk Samsung Hospital, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Kangbuk Samsung Hospital, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Kangbuk Samsung Hospital, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, National Health Insurance Service Ilsan Hospital, Goyang, Republic of Korea
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Martorana E, Rocco B, Kaleci S, Pirola GM, Bevilacqua L, Bonetti LR, Puliatti S, Micali S, Bianchi G. Does topical hemostatic agent (Floseal ®) have a long-term adverse effect on erectile function recovery after nerve-sparing robot-assisted radical prostatectomy? Int Urol Nephrol 2017; 49:1519-1526. [PMID: 28677091 DOI: 10.1007/s11255-017-1645-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2017] [Accepted: 06/26/2017] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To investigate the long-term effects of Floseal® on erectile function recovery (EFR) after nerve-sparing robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RALP). METHODS We prospectively collected results of the self-administered International Index Erectile Function Questionnaire 1-5 and 15 (IIEF 1-5 and 15) of 532 consecutive patients who underwent RALP for prostate cancer in our institution between October 2007 and December 2015. Patients were divided into two groups according to Floseal® application after prostatectomy. They were enrolled according to the following criteria: (a) bilateral nerve-sparing procedure; (b) preoperative IIEF ≥ 17; adherence to our erectile rehabilitation protocol; (c) 1-year follow-up. Outcomes were measured as mean IIEF score, EFR (IIEF < 17 or ≥17), grade of ED: severe (IIEF < 17), moderate (17-21), mild (22-25) and no ED (>25). RESULTS A total of 120 patients were enrolled. Group A included 40 consecutive patients who received traditional hemostasis, and Group B included 80 consecutive patients in which Floseal® was additionally used. No differences were observed in terms of preoperative mean IIEF score (p = 0.65). Group B patients showed a trend toward a higher mean IIEF score 3 months after surgery (p = 0.06) but no differences in terms of EFR (p = 1.000). Long-term results (6, 9, 12 months after surgery) showed a significantly and progressively higher mean IIEF score (p = 0.04, 0.003, 0.003) and EFR (p = 0.043, 0.027, 0.004) in Group A patients. Comparison between the groups in terms of severe, moderate, mild and no ED becomes significant at 9 and 12 months (p = 0.002, 0.006). CONCLUSION The results of our study suggest that local use of Floseal® worsens the long-term erectile function recovery in patients selected for nerve-sparing RALP.
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- Eugenio Martorana
- Department of Urology, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
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- Department of Urology, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
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- Department of Medical Statistic, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
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- Department of Urology, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy. .,Department of Urology, Policlinico di Modena, Via del Pozzo, 71, 41124, Modena, Italy.
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- Department of Urology, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
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- Department of Urology, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
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- Department of Urology, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
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- Department of Urology, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
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Watrowski R, Jäger C, Forster J. Improvement of Perioperative Outcomes in Major Gynecological and Gynecologic-Oncological Surgery with Hemostatic Gelatin-Thrombin Matrix. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2017; 31:251-258. [PMID: 28358708 DOI: 10.21873/invivo.11053] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2017] [Revised: 02/28/2017] [Accepted: 02/28/2017] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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AIM To assess the impact of the use of intraoperative hemostatic gelatin-thrombin matrix (HM) (Floseal®, Baxter Healthcare) on transfusion rates and short-term perioperative outcomes in gynecological surgery. PATIENTS AND METHODS In this retrospective, single-center study, we evaluated data of 215 patients (83 cases and 132 controls) undergoing extensive gynecological surgery (e.g. oncological procedures) with and without intraoperative HM application. RESULTS Cases and controls did not differ according to age, preoperative hemoglobin (Hb) concentration, and Hb or C-reactive protein (CRP) levels at discharge. Patients receiving HM had significantly reduced operative (168 vs. 199 min, p=0.02) and hospitalization (9 vs. 14 days, p<0.001) times. The mean postoperative Hb drop (3.33 vs. 4.51 g/dl, p<0.001), and the mean postoperative increase in CRP (94.9 vs. 149.1 mg/l, p<0.001) were significantly less pronounced within the HM group. Despite more prevalent coagulopathy (48 vs. 31%, p=0.02), e.g. due to anticoagulant use (15.7 vs. 3%, p<0.001), patients treated using HM needed less frequent transfusions of packed red blood cells [odds ratio (OR)= 0.13, 95% confidence interval (CI)=0.07-0.24) and fresh frozen plasma (OR=0.51, 95% CI=0.24-1.05). In comparison to controls, the need for surgical revisions (OR 0.1, CI 95% 0.02-0.42) and intensive-care unit admissions (OR 0.15, 95% CI=0.08-0.30) was lower in patients treated with HM. CONCLUSION To our knowledge, our study is the largest case-control study focusing on Floseal® use in gynecology. The use of HM was associated with significantly better short-term perioperative outcomes. Due to its local action, HM seems to be particularly useful in patients in which anticoagulant medication cannot be paused.
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- Rafał Watrowski
- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, St. Josefskrankenhaus, Teaching Hospital of the University of Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, St. Josefskrankenhaus, Teaching Hospital of the University of Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany
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- Department of Pediatrics, St. Josefskrankenhaus, Teaching Hospital of the University of Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany
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Alammari R, Lightfoot M, Hur HC. Impact of Cystectomy on Ovarian Reserve: Review of the Literature. J Minim Invasive Gynecol 2017; 24:247-257. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jmig.2016.12.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/29/2016] [Revised: 12/15/2016] [Accepted: 12/16/2016] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Harris JA, Uppal S, Kamdar N, Swenson CW, Campbell D, Morgan DM. A retrospective cohort study of hemostatic agent use during hysterectomy and risk of post-operative complications. Int J Gynaecol Obstet 2016; 136:232-237. [PMID: 28099744 DOI: 10.1002/ijgo.12037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2016] [Revised: 09/07/2016] [Accepted: 11/03/2016] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To determine if the use of intraoperative hemostatic agents was a risk factor for post-operative adverse events within 30 days of patients undergoing hysterectomy. METHOD A population-based retrospective cohort study included data from patients undergoing hysterectomy for any indication between January 1, 2013, and December 31, 2014, at 52 hospitals in Michigan, USA. Any individuals with missing covariate data were excluded, and multivariable logistic regression and propensity score-matching were used to estimate the rate of post-operative adverse events associated with intra-operative hemostatic agents independent of demographic and surgical factors. RESULTS There were 17 960 surgical procedures included in the analysis, with 4659 (25.9%) that included the use of hemostatic agents. Hemostatic agent use was associated with an increase in predicted hospital re-admissions (P=0.007). Among all hysterectomy approaches, and after adjusting for demographic and surgical factors, hemostatic agent use during robotic-assisted laparoscopic hysterectomy was associated with an increased predicted rate of blood transfusions (P=0.019), an increased predicted rate of pelvic abscess diagnoses (P=0.001), an increased predicted rate of hospital re-admission (P=0.001), and an increased predicted rate of re-operation (P=0.021). CONCLUSION Hemostatic agents should be used carefully owing to associations with increased post-operative re-admissions and re-operations when used during hysterectomy.
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- John A Harris
- Division of Women's Health, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Division of Urogynecology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Department of Surgery, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Division of Urogynecology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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Teloken PE, Bowles T, Sparrow S. Appendicitis caused by gelatin-based haemostatic agent. ANZ J Surg 2014; 86:944-945. [DOI: 10.1111/ans.12784] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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- Patrick Ely Teloken
- Department of Surgery; Albany Regional Hospital; Albany Western Australia Australia
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- Department of Surgery; Albany Regional Hospital; Albany Western Australia Australia
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- Department of Anatomical Pathology; Pathwest; Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital; Perth Western Australia Australia
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Watrowski R, Lange A, Möckel J. Primary omental pregnancy with secondary implantation into posterior cul-de-sac: laparoscopic treatment using hemostatic matrix. J Minim Invasive Gynecol 2014; 22:501-3. [PMID: 24973638 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmig.2014.06.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/03/2014] [Revised: 06/11/2014] [Accepted: 06/17/2014] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Primary omental pregnancy is a rare form of ectopic pregnancy. Only a few reported cases have been treated using laparoscopy. Hemostasis after trophoblast removal can be challenging. A 25-year-old primigravida in week 8 of pregnancy was admitted to our hospital with a diagnosis of missed abortion. An ultrasound scan showed an empty uterine cavity and a gestational sac with a 15-mm embryo dorsal to the uterus, indicative of an ectopic pregnancy. The preoperative serum concentration of human chorionic gonadotropin was 33 600 U/mL. Laparoscopy was performed, which revealed an omental pregnancy invading the peritoneum of the Douglas pouch. After laparoscopic removal of the ectopic pregnancy with partial omentectomy, diffuse bleeding from the crater between both sacrouterine ligaments was treated using the gelatin-thrombin matrix (FloSeal). The final histologic analysis confirmed the omentum as the primary site of the ectopic pregnancy (multiple chorionic villi and decidua within the omental fat). The postoperative period was uneventful. This case expands the classic Studdiford criteria. Secondary peritoneal ectopic pregnancy implantation can occur not only after tubal rupture or expulsion of tubal ectopic pregnancy but also after primary implantation at any other ectopic site. The laparoscopic approach to abdominal pregnancy is safe and feasible if there is sufficient intraoperative hemostasis. The hemostatic matrix facilitates quick and effective control of bleeding.
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- Rafał Watrowski
- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, St. Josefskrankenhaus, Teaching Hospital of the University of Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany.
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- Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, St. Josefskrankenhaus, Teaching Hospital of the University of Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany
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- Institute of Pathology "Dr. Möckel & Dr. Schneider", Freiburg, Germany
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Increased adhesion formation after gelatin–thrombin matrix application in a rat model. Arch Gynecol Obstet 2014; 290:501-6. [DOI: 10.1007/s00404-014-3249-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/17/2013] [Accepted: 04/03/2014] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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Wood SJ, Kelsey A, Brennan B, Bruce J, Craigie RJ. Granular hemostat deposits mimicking disseminated malignancy. J Pediatr Surg 2013; 48:e25-7. [PMID: 23480944 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2012.12.044] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2012] [Revised: 11/30/2012] [Accepted: 12/05/2012] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Hemostatic matrices are a part of the surgeon's armamentarium against profuse intraoperative bleeding. Granular deposits may form after the use of a liquid hemostat which can be mistaken for tumor recurrence or metastatic disease in the setting of neoplasia. We present two cases that highlight the importance of full knowledge of product usage during previous operations and the need for histological examination of these lesions.
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- Sarah J Wood
- Royal Manchester Childrens' Hospital, Oxford Road, Manchester M13 9WL
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Blood loss has always been a sensitive issue in surgery. Traditional techniques, such as suturing and electrocautery, have drastically reduced operatory bleeding. Unfortunately, wound edges and point application devices are frequently characterized by bleeding and infections. Over the past 20 years, haemostatic agents and tissue sealants have been developed and now are currently used, along with classic suture in various surgical specialties. Their fluid nature allows management of blood loss along any point of the wound and tissue repair. This review presents an overview of the most diffused haemostatic sealants, focusing on their main use in surgery and their adverse effects.
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Intra- and post-operative bleedings are frequent complications of all surgical procedures and can represent a severe risk for patients. Beginning from the second half of the 20th century, with an important spur from the development of laparoscopy, great efforts were made in the field of surgical research, aiming at improving hemostatic techniques. The development of mechanical and thermic hemostatic devices, in addition to the improvement of new suturing materials, already improved the possibility of bleeding control; yet a very important contribution in this field has been represented by the introduction in the surgical setting of chemical/biological agents capable of empowering locally blood hemostatic capacity. Currently, there are more chemical hemostatic agents surgeons can make use of in order to minimize bleedings: we reviewed the most important classes, considered their advantages, disadvantages and risks, and tried to look forward to those that will offer, in our view, the best options - for surgeons and patients - for an efficient and safe prevention and control of surgical bleedings, either in open or minimally invasive surgery.
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Ujam A, Awad Z, Wong G, Tatla T, Farrell R. Safety trial of Floseal(®) haemostatic agent in head and neck surgery. Ann R Coll Surg Engl 2012; 94:336-9. [PMID: 22943229 PMCID: PMC3954375 DOI: 10.1308/003588412x13171221590971] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Floseal® (Baxter, Hayward, CA, US) can be of value in reducing blood loss and haematoma rates. The manufacturer’s warnings include allergic reaction, poor wound healing and intravascular thrombosis. We aimed to determine whether Floseal® is safe to use in various head and neck surgery (HNS) procedures. METHODS A prospective trial was conducted using Floseal® in 42 various consecutive head and neck surgery procedures. Adverse incidents were used as the main outcome measure, including allergic reaction, wound breakdown, wound infection and thrombosis. Secondary outcome measures included haematoma formation, hospital stay, drain times and output. RESULTS No adverse incidents were recorded in the trial period. Two patients developed haematomas and required surgical exploration where a bleeding vessel was identified and dealt with. CONCLUSIONS Floseal® is safe to be used in head and neck surgery with no adverse effects. A larger number and a control group are required to ascertain its value in reducing blood loss, haematoma formation, drain usage and hospital stay.
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- A Ujam
- North West London Hospitals NHS Trust, UK.
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Hemostasis by Bipolar Coagulation Versus Suture After Surgical Stripping of Bilateral Ovarian Endometriomas: A Randomized Controlled Trial. J Minim Invasive Gynecol 2012; 19:722-30. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jmig.2012.08.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 61] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2012] [Revised: 07/29/2012] [Accepted: 08/02/2012] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Greenawalt KE, Corazzini RL, Colt MJ, Holmdahl L. Adhesion formation to hemostatic agents and its reduction with a sodium hyaluronate/carboxymethylcellulose adhesion barrier. J Biomed Mater Res A 2012; 100:1777-82. [PMID: 22488970 DOI: 10.1002/jbm.a.34124] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2011] [Revised: 01/23/2012] [Accepted: 02/21/2012] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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The impact of hemostatic agents on postoperative adhesion formation has not been well studied. We hypothesized that hemostatic agents would be a significant nidus for adhesion formation and that a resorbable barrier would effectively reduce adhesions to hemostatic agents. Four commercial hemostatic agents, each composed of a different biomaterial matrix, were implanted in female Sprague-Dawley rats, and adhesion formation was examined 7 days after surgery. In separate studies, the effects of serosal trauma (via cecal abrasion), added blood, and the presence of chemically modified sodium hyaluronate/carboxymethylcellulose (HA/CMC) barrier on adhesion formation to hemostatic agents were studied. Significant adhesions formed to hemostatic agents even in the absence of traumatized tissue. When applied after cecal abrasion, the incidence of adhesions to the hemostatic agents increased. Addition of blood to this model increased adhesion formation even further, causing adhesions in every animal in the study. An HA/CMC adhesion barrier reduced adhesions to hemostatic agents in the presence of serosal trauma and maintained effectiveness even in the presence of blood. In conclusion, hemostatic agents potentiated adhesion formation at the site of application in a model without trauma. In more challenging models, their adhesiogenic contribution was overwhelmed by trauma and blood. HA/CMC adhesion barrier applied over hemostatic agents at the time of surgery provided significant protection against postoperative adhesions in these preclinical models.
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- Keith E Greenawalt
- Biomaterials Science, Genzyme Corporation, Framingham, Massachusetts, USA.
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