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Maheshwari M, Khan IA. Advances and Techniques in Subcuticular Suturing for Abdominal Wall Closure: A Comprehensive Review. Cureus 2024; 16:e65069. [PMID: 39171061 PMCID: PMC11336517 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.65069] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2024] [Accepted: 07/21/2024] [Indexed: 08/23/2024] Open
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Subcuticular suturing has emerged as a prominent technique for abdominal wall closure, offering notable benefits in cosmetic outcomes, infection reduction, and patient satisfaction. This comprehensive review delves into the evolution and current state of subcuticular suturing, examining its principles, techniques, and advancements. Traditional methods like continuous and interrupted suturing are compared with modern innovations like barbed sutures and knotless techniques. Clinical outcomes, including healing efficacy, complication rates, and cost-effectiveness, are analyzed to highlight the technique's advantages. The review also explores specific applications in various surgical specialities, presenting case studies and clinical trials to substantiate its effectiveness. Despite certain challenges and limitations, the future of subcuticular suturing appears promising with ongoing research and technological advancements. This review aims to thoroughly understand subcuticular suturing, emphasizing its significance in improving surgical outcomes and patient care in abdominal wall closure.
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- Maulik Maheshwari
- General Surgery, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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- General Surgery, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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Zahid MJ, Hussain M, Kumar D, Hamza M, Zeb Jan SA, Safdar H, Ajith JK, Prakarsh I, Awuah WA. A descriptive analysis of skin-only closure and Bogota bag techniques for achieving complete fascial closure in damage control abdominal surgery. BMC Surg 2024; 24:192. [PMID: 38902655 PMCID: PMC11188270 DOI: 10.1186/s12893-024-02484-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/28/2023] [Accepted: 06/14/2024] [Indexed: 06/22/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Temporary abdominal closure (TAC) techniques are essential in managing open abdomen cases, particularly in damage control surgery. Skin-only closure (SC) and Bogota bag closure (BBC) are commonly used methods for TAC, but their comparative effectiveness in achieving primary fascial closure (PFC) remains unclear. The objective of this study was to evaluate the rates of PFC between patients undergoing SC and BBC techniques for TAC in peritonitis or abdominal trauma cases at a tertiary care hospital. METHODS A retrospective cross-sectional study was conducted at the Surgical A Unit of Hayatabad Medical Complex, Peshawar, from January 2022 to July 2023. Approval was obtained from the institutional review board, and patient consent was secured for data use. Patients undergoing temporary abdominal closure using either skin-only or Bogota bag techniques were included. Exclusions comprised patients younger than 15 or older than 75 years, those with multiple abdominal wall incisions, and those with prior abdominal surgeries. Data analysis utilized SPSS version 25. The study aimed to assess outcomes following damage control surgery, focusing on primary fascial closure rates and associated factors. Closure techniques (skin-only and Bogota bag) were chosen based on institutional protocols and clinical context. Indications for damage control surgery (DCS) included traumatic and non-traumatic emergencies. Intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) was measured using standardized methods. Patients were divided into SC and BBC groups for comparison. Criteria for reoperation and primary fascial closure were established, with timing and technique determined based on clinical assessment and multidisciplinary team collaboration. The decision to leave patients open during the index operation followed damage control surgery principles. RESULTS A total of 193 patients were included in this study, with 59.0% undergoing skin-only closure (SC) and 41.0% receiving Bogota bag closure (BBC). Patients exhibited similar demographic characteristics across cohorts, with a majority being male (73.1%) and experiencing acute abdomen of non-traumatic origin (58.0%). Among the reasons for leaving the abdomen open, severe intra-abdominal sepsis affected 51.3% of patients, while 42.0% experienced hemodynamic instability. Patients who received SC had significantly higher rates of primary fascial closure (PFC) compared to BBC (85.1% vs. 65.8%, p = 0.04), with lower rates of fascial dehiscence (1.7% vs. 7.6%, p = 0.052) and wound infections (p = 0.010). Multivariate regression analysis showed SC was associated with a higher likelihood of achieving PFC compared to BBC (adjusted OR = 1.7, 95% CI: 1.3-3.8, p < 0.05). CONCLUSION In patients with peritonitis or abdominal trauma, SC demonstrated higher rates of PFC compared to BBC for TAC in our study population. However, further studies are warranted to validate these results and explore the long-term outcomes associated with different TAC techniques.
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- Sir Syed College of Medical Sciences for Girls, Karachi, Pakistan
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Keric N, Campbell A. Meshing around: high-risk hernias and infected mesh. Trauma Surg Acute Care Open 2024; 9:e001379. [PMID: 38646030 PMCID: PMC11029232 DOI: 10.1136/tsaco-2024-001379] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2024] [Accepted: 03/25/2024] [Indexed: 04/23/2024] Open
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Open laparotomy carries a risk up to 20% for an incisional hernia, making repair one of the most common operations performed by general surgeons in the USA. Despite a multitude of mesh appliances and techniques, no size fits all, and there is continued debate on what is the best mesh type, especially in high-risk patients with contaminated hernias. Infected mesh carries a significant burden to the patient, the surgeon and overall healthcare costs with medical legal implications. A stepwise approach that involves optimization of patient comorbidities, patient selective choice of mesh and technique is imperative in mitigating outcomes and recurrence rates. This review will focus on the avoidance of mesh infection and the selection of mesh in patients with contaminated wounds.
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- Natasha Keric
- Surgery, The University of Arizona College of Medicine Phoenix, Phoenix, Arizona, USA
- Surgery, Banner—University Medical Center Phoenix, Phoenix, Arizona, USA
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Zhao Y, Li R, Liu Y, Song L, Gao Z, Li Z, Peng X, Wang P. An injectable, self-healable, antibacterial, and pro-healing oxidized pullulan polysaccharide/carboxymethyl chitosan hydrogel for early protection of open abdominal wounds. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 250:126282. [PMID: 37572809 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.126282] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2023] [Revised: 08/07/2023] [Accepted: 08/09/2023] [Indexed: 08/14/2023]
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Open abdomen (OA) is an effective method for treating critical abdominal conditions such as severe abdominal infections. The temporary abdominal closure (TAC) technique is often used to temporarily restore the physiological environment of the abdominal cavity and maintain the homeostatic balance of the abdominal cavity. However, most of the common TAC materials available today lack bio-responsiveness, tend to abrade the intestinal canal, and lead to delayed tissue healing of the wound. Hydrogels could mimic the extracellular matrix and have shown significant potential in life science fields such as tissue regeneration, wound repair, and controlled drug release. In this study, a composite hydrogel scaffold was constructed by the Schiff base reaction of oxidized pullulan polysaccharide with carboxymethyl chitosan. The hydrogel exhibited excellent self-healing, cellular biocompatibility, and antibacterial and anti-inflammatory abilities, and in experiments it reduced secondary damage caused by friction between tissue and patch, thereby preventing serious complications such as intestinal fistula, promoted M1-M2 polarization of macrophages, reduced the inflammatory response, regulated the inflammatory microenvironment in vivo, promoted angiogenesis and granulation tissue regeneration, and accelerated wound healing. Therefore, our hydrogel provides a new strategy for material-assisted wound protection during OA and has potential clinical applications.
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- Yeying Zhao
- Department of Emergency Medicine, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, 16 Jiangsu Road, Qingdao 266000, PR China
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, 16 Jiangsu Road, Qingdao 266000, PR China
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, 16 Jiangsu Road, Qingdao 266000, PR China
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, 16 Jiangsu Road, Qingdao 266000, PR China
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, 16 Jiangsu Road, Qingdao 266000, PR China
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, 16 Jiangsu Road, Qingdao 266000, PR China; School of Medicine, Nanjing University, Nanjing 210008, PR China.
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, 16 Jiangsu Road, Qingdao 266000, PR China.
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, 16 Jiangsu Road, Qingdao 266000, PR China.
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Mubashir M, Tang B, DeBernardo RL, Feng X. Surgical management of spontaneous bowel perforation and fascial dehiscence in a patient on bevacizumab and pembrolizumab in the setting of active Clostridium difficile infection. BMJ Case Rep 2023; 16:e253815. [PMID: 37137546 PMCID: PMC10163437 DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2022-253815] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/05/2023] Open
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Immunotherapy such as bevacizumab and pembrolizumab is used to treat an increasing number of malignancies. These medications have been associated with poor wound healing and several gastrointestinal complications, including intestinal perforations in rare cases. We present a unique case of a patient with metastatic cervical cancer on pembrolizumab and recent bevacizumab therapy, presenting with a colonic perforation requiring urgent exploratory laparotomy, in the setting of active Clostridium difficile infection. She required a second laparotomy shortly after due to fascial dehiscence, where a synthetic absorbable mesh was used for fascial approximation. We review the factors that led to these events and describe the surgical technique used for safe abdominal closure.
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- General Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio, USA
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology and Women's Health Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio, USA
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- General Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio, USA
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Heo Y, Kim DH. The temporary abdominal closure techniques used for trauma patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Ann Surg Treat Res 2023; 104:237-247. [PMID: 37051156 PMCID: PMC10083346 DOI: 10.4174/astr.2023.104.4.237] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2022] [Revised: 02/01/2023] [Accepted: 02/20/2023] [Indexed: 04/14/2023] Open
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Purpose The choice of temporary abdominal closure (TAC) method affects the prognosis of trauma patients. Previous studies on TAC are challenging to extrapolate due to data heterogeneity. We aimed to conduct a systematic review and comparison of various TAC techniques. Methods We accessed web-based databases for studies on the clinical outcomes of TAC techniques. Recognized techniques, including negative-pressure wound therapy with or without continuous fascial traction, skin tension, meshes, Bogota bags, and Wittman patches, were classified via a method of closure such as skin-only closure vs. patch closure vs. vacuum closure; and via dynamics of treatment like static therapy (ST) vs. dynamic therapy (DT). Study endpoints included in-hospital mortality, definitive fascial closure (DFC) rate, and incidence of intraabdominal complications. Results Among 1,065 identified studies, 37 papers comprising 2,582 trauma patients met the inclusion criteria. The vacuum closure group showed the lowest mortality (13%; 95% confidence interval [CI], 6%-19%) and a moderate DFC rate (74%; 95% CI, 67%-82%). The skin-only closure group showed the highest mortality (35%; 95% CI, 7%-63%) and the highest DFC rate (96%; 95% CI, 93%-99%). In the second group analysis, DT showed better outcomes than ST for all endpoints. Conclusion Vacuum closure was favorable in terms of in-hospital mortality, ventral hernia, and peritoneal abscess. Skin-only closure might be an alternative TAC method in carefully selected groups. DT may provide the best results; however, further studies are needed.
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- Yoonjung Heo
- Department of Medicine, Dankook University Graduate School, Cheonan, Korea
- Department of Trauma Surgery, Trauma Center, Dankook University Hospital, Cheonan, Korea
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- Division of Trauma Surgery, Department of Surgery, Dankook University College of Medicine, Cheonan, Korea
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Li HY, Wang ZX, Wang JC, Zhang XD. Clostridium perfringens gas gangrene caused by closed abdominal injury: A case report and review of the literature. World J Clin Cases 2023; 11:852-858. [PMID: 36818624 PMCID: PMC9928709 DOI: 10.12998/wjcc.v11.i4.852] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/12/2022] [Revised: 11/28/2022] [Accepted: 01/09/2023] [Indexed: 02/03/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Abdominal Clostridium perfringens (C. perfringens) gas gangrene is a rare infection that has been described in the literature as most frequently occurring in postoperative patients with open trauma. Intra-abdominal gas gangrene caused by C. perfringens infection after closed abdominal injury is extremely rare, difficult to diagnose, and progresses rapidly with high mortality risk. Here, we report a case of C. perfringens infection caused by closed abdominal injury.
CASE SUMMARY A 54-year-old male suffered multiple intestinal tears and necrosis after sustaining an injury caused by falling from a high height. These injuries and the subsequent necrosis resulted in intra-abdominal C. perfringens infection. In the first operation, we removed the necrotic intestinal segment, kept the abdomen open and covered the intestine with a Bogota bag. A vacuum sealing drainage system was used to cover the outer layer of the Bogota bag, and the drainage was flushed under negative pressure. The patient was transferred to the intensive care unit for supportive care and empirical antibiotic treatment. The antibiotics were not changed until the results of bacterial culture and drug susceptibility testing were obtained. Two consecutive operations were then performed due to secondary intestinal necrosis. After three definitive operations, the patient successfully survived the perioperative period. Unfortunately, he died of complications related to Guillain-Barre syndrome 75 d after the first surgery. This paper presents this case of intra-abdominal gas gangrene infection and analyzes the diagnosis and treatment based on a review of current literature.
CONCLUSION When the intestines rupture leading to contamination of the abdominal cavity by intestinal contents, C. perfringens bacteria normally present in the intestinal tract may proliferate in large numbers and lead to intra-abdominal infection. Prompt surgical intervention, adequate drainage, appropriate antibiotic therapy, and intensive supportive care comprise the most effective treatment strategy. If the abdominal cavity is heavily contaminated, an open abdominal approach may be a beneficial treatment.
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- He-Yun Li
- Department of Intensive Care Unit, Shaanxi Nuclear Industry 215 Hospital, Xianyang 712000, Shaanxi Province, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Shaanxi Nuclear Industry 215 Hospital, Xianyang 712000, Shaanxi Province, China
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- Department of Healthcare-associate Infection Management, Shaanxi Nuclear Industry 215 Hospital, Xianyang 712000, Shaanxi Province, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Shaanxi Nuclear Industry 215 Hospital, Xianyang 712000, Shaanxi Province, China
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Collins R, Dhanasekara CS, Morris E, Marschke B, Dissanaike S. Simple suture whipstitch closure is a reasonable option for many patients requiring temporary abdominal closure for blunt or penetrating trauma. Trauma Surg Acute Care Open 2022; 7:e000980. [PMID: 36304556 PMCID: PMC9594533 DOI: 10.1136/tsaco-2022-000980] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/22/2022] [Accepted: 10/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Objectives Multiple temporary abdominal closure (TAC) techniques are currently used to manage the open abdomen (OA) in severely injured trauma patients, with variability in efficacy and cost. We evaluated the clinical outcomes of two commonly used TAC methods: ABTHERA Negative Pressure Therapy System and whipstitch suture closure (WC). Methods We conducted a retrospective review of patients who had blunt or penetrating trauma from 2015 to 2021 with OA managed using either ABTHERA, WC, or both. Primary outcomes included overall and intensive care unit length of stay, ventilator days, number of laparotomies, time to definitive fascial closure, and complications (bleeding, evisceration, wound dehiscence, and reoperation). Univariate and multivariate analyses were used to compare baseline characteristics, outcomes, and complications. Potential mediators of the relationship between the type of TAC and outcomes were explored using mediation analyses. Results A total of 112 TAC were analyzed; 86 patients had a single type of TAC placement (either WC or ABTHERA), whereas 26 had both types. A majority of patients had blunt trauma in both WC (77%) and ABTHERA (76%) cohorts. There were no differences in baseline characteristics, including injury severity (27.5±12.4 and 27.5±12.0 for ABTHERA and WC, respectively). There was no statistically significant difference among individual complications and overall complications (OR=0.622 (0.274 to 1.412)). No differences were found between the outcomes, and any apparent differences seen were mediated by factors such as a higher number of laparotomies. Conclusion WC is a low-cost option for TAC in trauma, with similar clinical outcomes and complications to ABTHERA. Level of evidence Level III therapeutic/care management study.
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- Reagan Collins
- Department of Surgery, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, Texas, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, Texas, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, Texas, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, Texas, USA
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Fung S, Ashmawy H, Krieglstein C, Halama T, Schilawa D, Fuckert O, Hees A, Kröpil F, Rehders A, Lehwald-Tywuschik NC, Knoefel WT. Vertical traction device prevents abdominal wall retraction and facilitates early primary fascial closure of septic and non-septic open abdomen. Langenbecks Arch Surg 2022; 407:2075-2083. [PMID: 35147749 PMCID: PMC8832079 DOI: 10.1007/s00423-021-02424-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2021] [Accepted: 12/23/2021] [Indexed: 12/04/2022]
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Purpose One of the major challenges in the management of patients with septic and non-septic open abdomen (OA) is to control abdominal wall retraction. The aim of this study was to evaluate the impact of a novel vertical traction device (VTD) on primary fascial closure (PFC) and prevention of fascial retraction. Methods Twenty patients treated with OA were included in this retrospective multicenter study. All patients were initially stabilized with laparostomy and the abdomen temporarily sealed either with a Bogotá bag or a negative pressure wound therapy system (NPWT). Results The mean duration of OA and fascia-to-fascia distance (FTF) prior to the VTD application were 3 days and 15 cm, respectively. At relook laparotomy 48 h after VTD implementation, the mean FTF distance significantly decreased to 10 cm (p = 0.0081). In all cases, PFC was achieved after a mean period of 7 days. Twelve patients received the VTD in combination with a NPWT, whereas in eight patients, the device was combined with an alternative temporary abdominal closure system (TAC). Although not statistically significant, the FTF distance remarkably decreased in both groups at relook laparotomy 48 h following the device implementation. The mean periods of PFC for patients with septic and non-septic OA were comparable (7.5 vs. 7 days). During follow-up, two patients developed an incisional hernia. Conclusion Vertical traction device prevents fascial retraction and facilitates early PFC in OA. In combination with NPWT, rapid fascial closure of large abdominal defects can be achieved.
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- Stephen Fung
- Department of Surgery (A), Heinrich Heine University and University Hospital Duesseldorf, Moorenstrasse 5, 40225 Duesseldorf, Germany
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- Department of Surgery (A), Heinrich Heine University and University Hospital Duesseldorf, Moorenstrasse 5, 40225 Duesseldorf, Germany
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- Department of Surgery, St. Elisabeth Krankenhaus Köln, Werthmannstr. 1, 50935 Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Surgery, St. Vinzenz-Hospital, Merheimer Str. 221-223, 50733 Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Surgery, St. Rochus Krankenhaus, Glückaufstraße 10, 44575 Castrop-Rauxel, Germany
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- Department of Surgery, Lukas Krankenhaus, Hindenburgstraße 56, 32257 Bünde, Germany
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- Department of Surgery, St.-Marien Krankenhaus, Kampenstraße 51, 57072 Siegen, Germany
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- Department of Surgery (A), Heinrich Heine University and University Hospital Duesseldorf, Moorenstrasse 5, 40225 Duesseldorf, Germany
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- Department of Surgery (A), Heinrich Heine University and University Hospital Duesseldorf, Moorenstrasse 5, 40225 Duesseldorf, Germany
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- Department of Surgery (A), Heinrich Heine University and University Hospital Duesseldorf, Moorenstrasse 5, 40225 Duesseldorf, Germany
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- Department of Surgery (A), Heinrich Heine University and University Hospital Duesseldorf, Moorenstrasse 5, 40225 Duesseldorf, Germany
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Managing severe traumatic abdominal-wall injuries, a monocentric experience. Hernia 2022; 26:1347-1354. [PMID: 34989929 DOI: 10.1007/s10029-021-02536-z] [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: 08/01/2021] [Accepted: 11/01/2021] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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PURPOSE Abdominal wall injuries (AWI) is a clinical and radiological diagnosis of fasciomuscular and at times cutaneous defects after abdominal trauma. Their severity encompasses a spectrum of parietal defects, with the most severe being a burst abdomen with eviscerated organs. With the wide use of CT scans in trauma settings, their incidence is being more recognized. Especially in severe AWI, where associated intrabdominal lesions are highly prevalent, many questions about parietal reconstruction arise concerning the timing and type of surgery, and their final hernia recurrence rate. METHOD A list of severe AWI injuries have been retrieved, all of which were treated in our center. Type of trauma, clinical presentation, surgical technique and follow-up have been included. RESULTS Eight cases were found with severe abdominal injuries, with an age range of 11-85 years. Road traffic accidents, crush injuries, fall from height, stab and gunshot wounds are included. Seven out of the 8 cases had associated intrabdominal traumatic lesions. Mesh augmentation due to tissue loss was used in three cases. Recurrence rate was estimated around 25%. CONCLUSION Prompt surgical exploration is required as associated intrabdominal traumatic lesions are highly associated with severe AWI. Even when intrabdominal lesions are ruled out, fasciomuscular defects should be managed during the same hospitalization, to prevent intestinal strangulation and occlusion. Mesh augmentation should only be used when parietal defects include extensive tissue loss preventing tension-free parietal reconstruction.
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Braizat O, Tettelbach W, Ismail A, Hammouda A, Alfkey R, Wani IR. The challenges of abdominal wall defects: algorithmic integration of a placenta-derived allograft. J Wound Care 2021; 30:S46-S51. [PMID: 34882004 DOI: 10.12968/jowc.2021.30.sup12.s46] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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- Omar Braizat
- Department of Plastic Surgery, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha, Qatar
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- Assistant Adjunct Professor, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, NC, US.,Principal Medical Officer, MIMEDX Group Inc., Marietta, GA, US.,Board member of the Association for the Advancement of Wound Care (AAWC), US
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- Department of Nursing and Inpatient Service, Doha, Qatar
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha, Qatar
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- Department of General Surgery, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha, Qatar
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha, Qatar
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Delayed ventral hernia repair after skin graft closure of the open abdomen: the use of tumescence for safe skin graft elevation. Arch Plast Surg 2021; 48:714-716. [PMID: 34818721 PMCID: PMC8627929 DOI: 10.5999/aps.2021.01249] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2021] [Accepted: 09/06/2021] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Milne DM, Rambhajan A, Ramsingh J, Cawich SO, Naraynsingh V. Managing the Open Abdomen in Damage Control Surgery: Should Skin-Only Closure be Abandoned? Cureus 2021; 13:e15489. [PMID: 34268021 PMCID: PMC8261903 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.15489] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/07/2021] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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During damage control laparotomy, surgery is abbreviated to allow for the correction of physiologic disturbances, with a plan to return to the operating theatre for definitive surgical repair. Re-entry into the abdomen is facilitated by temporary abdominal closure (TAC). Skin-only closure is one of the many techniques described for TAC Numerous sources advise against the use of this technique because of the risk of complications. This case report describes the use of skin-only closure during a damage control laparotomy. We reviewed the literature surrounding the various options for TAC to elucidate the potential role of skin-only closure after damage control laparotomy.
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- David M Milne
- General Surgery, General Hospital Port of Spain, Port of Spain, TTO
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- General Surgery, General Hospital Port of Spain, Port of Spain, TTO
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- General Surgery, Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle upon Tyne, GBR
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- Surgery, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, TTO
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- Clinical Surgical Sciences, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, TTO.,Surgery, Medical Associates Hospital, St. Joseph, TTO
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Should Negative Pressure Therapy Replace Any Other Temporary Abdominal Closure Device in Open-Abdomen Management of Secondary Peritonitis? Surg Technol Int 2021. [PMID: 33844240 DOI: 10.52198/21.sti.38.gs1386] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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AIM To clarify the advantages of negative pressure therapy (NPT) compared to other methods of temporary abdominal closure (TAC) in the management of secondary peritonitis. METHODS We retraced the history of known methods of TAC, and analyzed their advantages and disadvantages. We evaluated as the NPT mechanisms, both from the macroscopic that bio-molecular point of view, well suits to manage this difficult condition. RESULTS The ideal TAC technique should be quick to apply, easy to change, protect and contain the abdominal viscera, decrease bowel edema, prevent loss of domain and abdominal compartment syndrome, limit contamination, allow egress of peritoneal fluid (and its estimation) and not result in adhesions. It should also be cost-effective, minimize the number of dressing changes and the number of surgical revisions, and ensure a high rate of early closure with a low rate of complications (especially entero-atmospheric fistula). For NPT, the reported fistula rate is 7%, primary fascial closure ranges from 33 to 100% (average 60%) and the mortality rate is about 20%. With the use of NPT as TAC, it may be possible to extend the window of time to achieve primary fascial closure (for up to 20-40 days). CONCLUSION NPT has several potential advantages in open-abdomen (OA) management of secondary peritonitis and may make it possible to achieve all the goals suggested above for an ideal TAC system. Only trained staff should use NPT, following the manufacturer's instructions when commercial products are used. Even if there was a significant evolution in OA management, we believe that further research into the role of NPT for secondary peritonitis is necessary.
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Theodorou A, Jedig A, Manekeller S, Willms A, Pantelis D, Matthaei H, Schäfer N, Kalff JC, von Websky MW. Long Term Outcome After Open Abdomen Treatment: Function and Quality of Life. Front Surg 2021; 8:590245. [PMID: 33855043 PMCID: PMC8039509 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2021.590245] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2020] [Accepted: 02/22/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Background: Open abdomen treatment (OAT) is widely accepted to manage severe abdominal conditions such as peritonitis and abdominal compartment syndrome but can be associated with high morbidity and mortality. The main risks in OAT are (1) entero-atmospheric fistula (EAF), (2) failure of primary fascial closure, and (3) incisional hernias. In this study, we assessed the long-term functional outcome after OAT to understand which factors impacted most on quality of life (QoL)/daily living activities and the natural course after OAT. Materials and Methods: After a retrospective analysis of 165 consecutive OAT patients over a period of 10 years (2002-2012) with over 65 clinical parameters that had been performed at our center (1), we initiated a prospective structured follow-up approach. All survivors were invited for a clinical follow-up. Forty complete datasets including clinical and social follow-up with SF-36 scores were available for full analysis. Results: The patients were dominantly male (75%) with a median age of 52 years. Primary fascial closure (PC) was achieved in 9/40 (23%), while in 77% a planned ventral hernia (PVH) approach was followed. A total of 3/4 of the PVH patients underwent a secondary-stage abdominal wall reconstruction (SSR), but 2/3 of these reconstructed patients developed recurrent hernias. Fifty-five percent of the patients with PC developed an incisional hernia, while 20% of all patients developed significant scarring (Vancouver Scar Score >8). Scar pain was described by 15% of the patients as "moderate" [Visual Analog Scale (VAS) 4-6] and by 10% as "severe" (VAS > 7). While hernia presence, PC or PVH, and scarring showed no impact on QoL, male sex and especially EAF formation significantly reduced QoL. Discussion: Despite many advantages, OAT was associated with relevant mortality and morbidity, especially in the early era before the implementation of a structured concept at our center. Follow-up revealed that hernia incidence after OAT and secondary reconstruction were high and that 25% of patients qualifying for a secondary reconstruction either did not want surgery or were unfit. Sex and EAF formation impacted significantly on QoL, which was lower than in the general population. With regard to hernia incidence, new strategies such as prophylactic mesh implantation upon fascial closure should be discussed analogous to other major abdominal procedures.
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- Alexis Theodorou
- Department of General, Visceral, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, University Hospital Bonn, Bonn, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, University Hospital Bonn, Bonn, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, University Hospital Bonn, Bonn, Germany
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- Department of General-, Visceral- and Thoracic Surgery, Bundeswehr Central Hospital, Koblenz, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, University Hospital Bonn, Bonn, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, University Hospital Bonn, Bonn, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, University Hospital Bonn, Bonn, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, University Hospital Bonn, Bonn, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, University Hospital Bonn, Bonn, Germany
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Shabhay A, Shabhay Z, Chilonga K, Msuya D, Mwakyembe T, Chugulu S. Standard Urine Collection Bag as an Improvised Bogotá Bag as a Temporary Abdominal Closure Method in an Open Abdomen in Preventing Abdominal Compartment Syndrome. Case Rep Surg 2021; 2021:6689000. [PMID: 33575055 PMCID: PMC7864741 DOI: 10.1155/2021/6689000] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2020] [Revised: 01/11/2021] [Accepted: 01/22/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Primary abdominal wall closure post laparotomy is not always possible. Certain surgical pathologies such as degloving anterior abdominal wall trauma injuries and peritoneal visceral volume and cavity disproportion render it nearly impossible for the attending surgeon to close the abdomen in the first initial laparotomy. In such surgical clinical scenarios leaving the abdomen open might be lifesaving. Forceful closure might lead to abdominal compartment syndrome and impair respiratory status of the patient. Open abdomen closure techniques have evolved over time from protection of abdominal viscera to complex fascia retraction prevention techniques. Silo bags, i.e., (Bogotá Bags), are relatively cheap, available materials used as a temporary abdominal closure method in limited resources settings. Despite its limitations of not preventing fascia retraction and draining of peritoneal fluid, it protects the abdominal viscera. We report a case of a 29-year-old male who developed incisional anterior abdominal wall wound dehiscence. He was scheduled for emergency explorative laparotomy. Intraoperatively, multiple attempts to reduce grossly dilated edematous bowels into the peritoneal cavity and fascia approximation into the midline were not possible. A urinary collection bag was sutured on the skin edges as a temporary abdominal closure method in prevention of abdominal compartment syndrome. He fared well postoperatively and eventually underwent abdominal incisional wound closure. In emergency abdominal surgeries done in limited surgical material resource settings were primary abdominal closure is not possible at initial laparotomy, sterile urine collection bags as alternatives to the standard Bogota bags as temporary abdominal closure materials can be safely used. These are relatively easily available and can be safely used until definite surgical intervention is achieved with relatively fewer complications.
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- Ahmed Shabhay
- Department of General Surgery, Kilimanjaro Christian Medical University College (KCMUCo), P.O. Box 2240 Moshi, Tanzania
- Department of General Surgery, Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre (KCMC), P.O. Box 3010 Moshi, Tanzania
- Institute of Infectious Diseases and Research, Lugalo Military College of Medical Sciences (MCMS) and General Military Hospital (GMH), P.O. Box 60000 Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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- Muhimbili Orthopedic Institute, P.O. Box 65474 Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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- Department of General Surgery, Kilimanjaro Christian Medical University College (KCMUCo), P.O. Box 2240 Moshi, Tanzania
- Department of General Surgery, Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre (KCMC), P.O. Box 3010 Moshi, Tanzania
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- Department of General Surgery, Kilimanjaro Christian Medical University College (KCMUCo), P.O. Box 2240 Moshi, Tanzania
- Department of General Surgery, Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre (KCMC), P.O. Box 3010 Moshi, Tanzania
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- Department of General Surgery, Kilimanjaro Christian Medical University College (KCMUCo), P.O. Box 2240 Moshi, Tanzania
- Department of General Surgery, Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre (KCMC), P.O. Box 3010 Moshi, Tanzania
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- Department of General Surgery, Kilimanjaro Christian Medical University College (KCMUCo), P.O. Box 2240 Moshi, Tanzania
- Department of General Surgery, Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre (KCMC), P.O. Box 3010 Moshi, Tanzania
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A Novel Abdominal Decompression Technique to Treat Compartment Syndrome After Burn Injury. J Surg Res 2020; 260:448-453. [PMID: 33276982 DOI: 10.1016/j.jss.2020.11.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2020] [Revised: 10/12/2020] [Accepted: 11/01/2020] [Indexed: 01/24/2023]
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BACKGROUND Prevalence of abdominal compartment syndrome (ACS) is estimated to be 4%-17% in severely burned patients. Although decompressive laparotomy can be lifesaving for ACS patients, severe complications are associated with this technique, especially in burn populations. This study outlines a new technique of releasing intraabdominal pressure without resorting to decompressive laparotomy. MATERIALS AND METHODS Ten fresh tissue cadavers were studied; none of whom had had prior abdominal surgery. Using Veress needles, abdomens were insufflated to 30 mm Hg and subsequently connected to arterial pressure transducers. Two techniques were then used to incise fascia. First, large skin flaps were raised from a midline incision (n = 5). Second, small 2 cm cutdowns at the proximal and distal extent of midaxillary, subcostal, and inguinal incisional sites were made, followed by tunneling a subfascial plane using an aortic clamp with fascial incisions made through the grooves of a tunneled vein stripper (n = 5). Pressures were recorded in the sequence of incisions mentioned previously. RESULTS The open midline flap technique decreased abdominal pressure from a mean pressure of 30 ± 1.8 mm Hg to 6.9 ± 5.0 mm Hg (P < 0.01). The minimally invasive technique decreased intraabdominal pressure from 30 ± 0.9 to 5.8 ± 5.2 mm Hg (P < 0.01). This technique significantly reduced intraabdominal pressure via extraperitoneal component separation and fascial release at the midaxillary, subxiphoid, and inguinal regions. CONCLUSIONS This technique offers the benefit of reducing the morbidity, mortality, and complications associated with an open abdomen, which may be beneficial in the burn injury population.
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El-Bandar N, Lerchbaumer M, Hubatsch M, Lichy IM, Schulz MRG, Friedersdorff F. Renal Allograft Compartment Syndrome: A Case Report and Review of the Literature. Urol Int 2020; 104:646-650. [PMID: 32615567 DOI: 10.1159/000508799] [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: 04/16/2020] [Accepted: 05/03/2020] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Kidney transplantation is the treatment of choice for patients with ESRD. One rare complication after transplantation is the development of renal allograft compartment syndrome (RACS). We present a case of 1 patient who developed RACS due to compression of the transplant vein, which was then treated by salvaging the kidney transplant using urgent decompression surgery with mesh fascial closure. We postulate that this technique is safe and should be the treatment of choice for patients with RACS.
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- Nasrin El-Bandar
- Department of Urology, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin and Berlin Institute of Health, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin and Berlin Institute of Health, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Urology, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin and Berlin Institute of Health, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Urology, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin and Berlin Institute of Health, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Urology, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin and Berlin Institute of Health, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Urology, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin and Berlin Institute of Health, Berlin, Germany,
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Briganti V, Tursini S, Gulia C, Ruggeri G, Gargano T, Lima M. Bogotà bag for pediatric Open Abdomen. JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC SURGERY CASE REPORTS 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.epsc.2020.101471] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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Granger S, Fallon J, Hopkins J, Pullyblank A. An open and closed case: timing of closure following laparostomy. Ann R Coll Surg Engl 2020; 102:519-524. [PMID: 32538103 DOI: 10.1308/rcsann.2020.0105] [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] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Laparostomy is important in the management of patients with intra-abdominal gastrointestinal catastrophe or trauma. It carries significant risk and is resource intensive, both in terms of nursing and surgically. The main goal is to achieve prompt myofascial closure (MFC) in order to minimise morbidity and mortality. Early MFC was initially defined as within 2-3 weeks but there is growing evidence that this should be measured in days. METHODS Retrospective analysis was undertaken of laparostomy cases between 2016 and 2018 at an acute trust and trauma centre serving a population of 500,000. Indication, duration of open abdomen (OA), number of relook procedures and consultant presence were examined to see whether they affected MFC rates, morbidity and mortality. RESULTS Overall, 76 laparostomies were performed during the 3-year study period. The most common indication was peritonitis (68.4%). As duration of OA and number of relook procedures increased, the chances of MFC fell significantly. After day 1, MFC rates fell by 20% with each subsequent 24 hours. Leaving the abdomen open primarily at index procedure compared with performing laparostomy following a postoperative complication was associated with significantly higher MFC rates (92.6% vs 68.2%, (p=0.006). The mortality rate was 15.8%. CONCLUSIONS If the OA is not closed within five days or by the third relook procedure, then achieving MFC is unlikely. Alternative methods should be employed to close the abdomen rather than continuing to take the patient back to theatre for relook laparotomies while increasing the risk of morbidity and mortality. A proactive strategy to forming primary laparostomy at the index procedure has high closure rates.
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Giuliani A, Romano L, Papale E, Puccica I, Di Furia M, Salvatorelli A, Cianca G, Schietroma M, Carlei F, Amicucci G. Post-surgical abdominal damage: management and treatment with vacuum therapy and biological mesh. Chirurgia (Bucur) 2019. [DOI: 10.23736/s0394-9508.18.04912-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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Martin-Loeches I, Timsit JF, Leone M, de Waele J, Sartelli M, Kerrigan S, Azevedo LCP, Einav S. Clinical controversies in abdominal sepsis. Insights for critical care settings. J Crit Care 2019; 53:53-58. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jcrc.2019.05.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2019] [Revised: 05/30/2019] [Accepted: 05/31/2019] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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Pandit AH, Mazumdar N, Ahmad S. Periodate oxidized hyaluronic acid-based hydrogel scaffolds for tissue engineering applications. Int J Biol Macromol 2019; 137:853-869. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2019.07.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2019] [Revised: 06/24/2019] [Accepted: 07/02/2019] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Spera LJ, Danforth RM, Hadad I. Incisions and reconstruction approaches for large sarcomas. Transl Gastroenterol Hepatol 2018; 3:86. [PMID: 30505973 DOI: 10.21037/tgh.2018.10.07] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2018] [Accepted: 10/19/2018] [Indexed: 01/02/2023] Open
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Large intraabdominal, retroperitoneal, and abdominal wall sarcomas provide unique challenges in treatment due to their variable histology, potential considerable size at the time of diagnosis, and the ability to invade into critical structures. Historically, some of these tumors were considered inoperable if surgical access was limited or the consequential defect was unable to be closed primarily as reconstructive options were limited. Over time, there has been a greater understanding of the abdominal wall anatomy and mechanics, which has resulted in the development of new techniques to allow for sound oncologic resections and viable, durable options for abdominal wall reconstruction. Currently, intra-operative positioning and employment of a variety of abdominal and posterior trunk incisions have made more intraabdominal and retroperitoneal tumors accessible. Primary involvement or direct invasion of tumor into the abdominal wall is no longer prohibitive as utilization of advanced hernia repair techniques along with the application of vascularized tissue transfer have been shown to have the ability to repair large area defects involving multiple quadrants of the abdominal wall. Both local and distant free tissue transfer may be incorporated, depending on the size and location of the area needing reconstruction and what residual structures are remaining surrounding the resection bed. There is an emphasis on selecting the techniques that will be associated with the least amount of morbidity yet will restore and provide the appropriate structure and function necessary for the trunk. This review article summarizes both initial surgical incisional planning for the oncologic resection and a variety of repair options for the abdominal wall spanning the reconstructive ladder.
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- Leigh J Spera
- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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Hu P, Uhlich R, Gleason F, Kerby J, Bosarge P. Impact of initial temporary abdominal closure in damage control surgery: a retrospective analysis. World J Emerg Surg 2018; 13:43. [PMID: 30237824 PMCID: PMC6139137 DOI: 10.1186/s13017-018-0204-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2018] [Accepted: 09/03/2018] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Background Damage control surgery has revolutionized trauma surgery. Use of damage control surgery allows for resuscitation and reversal of coagulopathy at the risk of loss of abdominal domain and intra-abdominal complications. Temporary abdominal closure is possible with multiple techniques, the choice of which may affect ability to achieve primary fascial closure and further complication. Methods A retrospective analysis of all trauma patients requiring damage control laparotomy upon admission to an ACS-verified level one trauma center from 2011 to 2016 was performed. Demographic and clinical data including ability and time to attain primary fascial closure, as well as complication rates, were recorded. The primary outcome measure was ability to achieve primary fascial closure during initial hospitalization. Results Two hundred and thirty-nine patients met criteria for inclusion. Primary skin closure (57.7%), ABThera™ VAC system (ABT) (15.1%), Bogota bag (BB) (25.1%), or a modified Barker's vacuum-packing (BVP) (2.1%) were used in the initial laparotomy. Patients receiving skin-only closure had significantly higher rates of primary fascial closure and lower hospital mortality, but also significantly lower mean lactate, base deficit, and requirement for massive transfusion. Between ABT or BB, use of ABT was associated with increased rates of fascial closure. Multivariate regression revealed primary skin closure to be significantly associated with primary fascial closure while BB was associated with failure to achieve fascial closure. Conclusions Primary skin closure is a viable option in the initial management of the open abdomen, although these patients demonstrated less injury burden in our study. Use of vacuum-assisted dressings continues to be the preferred method for temporary abdominal closure in damage control surgery for trauma.
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- Parker Hu
- Division of Acute Care Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL USA
- Division of Acute Care Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Alabama at Birmingham, 701 19th Street South, 112 Lyons-Harrison Research Building, Birmingham, AL 35294 USA
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- Department of Surgery, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL USA
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- Department of Surgery, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL USA
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- Division of Acute Care Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL USA
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- Division of Acute Care Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL USA
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Novel technique of temporary abdominal closure with continuous medial fascial traction dynamic for patients with open abdomen. Hernia 2018; 22:691-696. [PMID: 29728884 DOI: 10.1007/s10029-018-1773-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2017] [Accepted: 04/21/2018] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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Open abdomen has been an effective treatment for abdominal catastrophes in trauma and general surgery, is one of the greatest advances in recent decades and has become a common procedure in both trauma and general surgery. Temporary abdominal closure techniques in managing open abdomen help to achieve many benefits without incurring many complications. We present a series of patients in which a temporary abdominal closure technique was used that generates continuous medial fascial traction dynamic in patients with open abdomen for different causes.
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Pressure Distribution during Negative Pressure Wound Therapy of Experimental Abdominal Compartment Syndrome in a Porcine Model. SENSORS 2018; 18:s18030897. [PMID: 29562626 PMCID: PMC5876758 DOI: 10.3390/s18030897] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2018] [Revised: 03/13/2018] [Accepted: 03/15/2018] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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(1) Introduction: Negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) is a frequently applied open abdomen (OA) treatment. There are only a few experimental data supporting this method and describing the optimal settings and pressure distribution in the abdominal cavity during this procedure. The aim of our study was to evaluate pressure values at different points in the abdominal cavity during NPWT in experimental abdominal compartment syndrome (ACS) animal model; (2) Methods: In this study (permission Nr. 13/2014/UDCAW), 27 Hungahib pigs (15.4-20.2 kg) were operated on. ACS was generated by implanting a plastic bag in the abdomen through mini-laparotomy and filled with 2100-3300 mL saline solution (37 °C) to an intraabdominal pressure (IAP) of 30 mmHg. After 3 h, NPWT (Vivano Med® Abdominal Kit, Paul Hartmann AG, Germany) or a Bogota bag was applied. The NPWT group was divided into -50, -100 and -150 mmHg suction groups. Pressure distribution to the abdominal cavity was monitored at 6 different points of the abdomen via a multichannel pressure monitoring system; (3) Results: The absolute pressure levels were significantly higher above than below the protective layer. The values of the pressure were similar in the midline and laterally. Amongst the bowels, the pressure values changed periodically between 0 and -12 mmHg which might be caused by peristaltic movements; (4) Conclusions: The porcine model of the present study seems to be well applicable for investigating ACS and NPWT. It was possible to provide valuable information for clinicians. The pressure was well distributed by the protective layer to the lateral parts of the abdomen and this phenomenon did not change considerably during the therapy.
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Esendagli G, Yoyen-Ermis D, Guseinov E, Aras C, Aydin C, Uner A, Hamaloglu E, Karakoc D. Impact of repeated abdominal surgery on wound healing and myeloid cell dynamics. J Surg Res 2018; 223:188-197. [PMID: 29433873 DOI: 10.1016/j.jss.2017.11.030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2017] [Revised: 10/13/2017] [Accepted: 11/10/2017] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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BACKGROUND Even though wound dehiscence is a surgical complication, under certain medical conditions, repetition of the laparotomy (LT) (relaparotomy) can become inevitable. In addition to the risks associated with this surgical operation, relaparotomy can interfere with the tissue healing and contribute to the development of chronic wounds. METHODS In an experimental relaparotomy wounding model, this study investigated the impact of repeated surgery on wound healing and on the immune cells of myeloid origin. RESULTS The first repeat of the LT triggered fibrosis and marginally interfered with the wound healing; however, the second operation completely abrogated the healing process. Splenomegaly was observed as an indicator of the chronic inflammation and the systemic effect of repeated laparotomies. In the blood stream, the spleen, and the liver, these repeated surgeries exhibited a major impact on the CD11b+Ly6C+Ly6G- monocytes. On the other hand, especially, whespecially the second relaparotomy resulted in a massive purging of neutrophil granulocytes into the circulation. These CD11b+Ly6C+Ly6G+ neutrophils that were disseminated on repeated abdominal laparotomies had a proinflammatory character that positively influenced T cell proliferation and displayed a high capacity for production of reactive oxygen species. CONCLUSIONS The repetition of abdominal LT not only interferes with the wound healing but also contributes to the development of imperfectly healing wounds which have systemic impact on immune compartments.
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- Gunes Esendagli
- Department of Basic Oncology, Hacettepe University Cancer Institute, Ankara, Turkey.
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- Department of Basic Oncology, Hacettepe University Cancer Institute, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of General Surgery, Hacettepe University Medical Faculty, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Basic Oncology, Hacettepe University Cancer Institute, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Pathology, Hacettepe University Medical Faculty, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Pathology, Hacettepe University Medical Faculty, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of General Surgery, Hacettepe University Medical Faculty, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of General Surgery, Hacettepe University Medical Faculty, Ankara, Turkey
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Montori G, Allievi N, Coccolini F, Solaini L, Campanati L, Ceresoli M, Fugazzola P, Manfredi R, Magnone S, Tomasoni M, Ansaloni L. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy versus modified Barker Vacuum Pack as temporary abdominal closure technique for Open Abdomen management: a four-year experience. BMC Surg 2017; 17:86. [PMID: 28732537 PMCID: PMC5521106 DOI: 10.1186/s12893-017-0281-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2016] [Accepted: 07/11/2017] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Background We reviewed our experience with patients presenting with trauma and peritonitis who underwent an open abdomen (OA) procedure, and compared outcomes between Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) and a modified Barker Vacuum Pack (mBVP) technique. Methods In this descriptive study, we retrospectively analyzed data regarding all patients who underwent OA for intra-abdominal sepsis or abdominal trauma at our Centre from January 2012 to December 2015. Demographic data, co-morbidities, indications to surgery, intra-operative details and Björck classification grade were considered. Outcomes included were: time to closure in days, fascial closure rates, ICU and hospital stay, in-hospital and overall mortality, and entero-atmospheric fistula rate. Results A total of 83 cases were considered. Mean closure time was 6 days versus 6.5 days (p = 0.71) in NPWT and mBVP groups, respectively; the fascial closure rate was 75.4% versus 93.8% (p = 0.10). At multivariate analysis, in-hospital and overall mortality were significantly higher within the mBVP, as compared to NPWT (OR 3.8, 95% CI 1.1 to 13.1, p = 0.02 – OR 4.2, 95% CI 1.2 to 14.1, p = 0.01). Entero-atmospheric fistula rate was 2.6% in the two groups. Conclusions NPWT as a temporary abdominal closure technique, as compared to mBVP, appears to be associated with better outcomes in terms of mortality. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (doi:10.1186/s12893-017-0281-3) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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- Giulia Montori
- Unit of General Surgery, Papa Giovanni XXIII Hospital, P.zza OMS 1, 24127, Bergamo, Italy
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- Unit of General Surgery, Papa Giovanni XXIII Hospital, P.zza OMS 1, 24127, Bergamo, Italy.
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- Unit of General Surgery, Papa Giovanni XXIII Hospital, P.zza OMS 1, 24127, Bergamo, Italy
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- Unit of General Surgery, Papa Giovanni XXIII Hospital, P.zza OMS 1, 24127, Bergamo, Italy
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- Unit of General Surgery, Papa Giovanni XXIII Hospital, P.zza OMS 1, 24127, Bergamo, Italy
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- Unit of General Surgery, Papa Giovanni XXIII Hospital, P.zza OMS 1, 24127, Bergamo, Italy
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- Unit of General Surgery, Papa Giovanni XXIII Hospital, P.zza OMS 1, 24127, Bergamo, Italy
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- Unit of General Surgery, Papa Giovanni XXIII Hospital, P.zza OMS 1, 24127, Bergamo, Italy
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- Unit of General Surgery, Papa Giovanni XXIII Hospital, P.zza OMS 1, 24127, Bergamo, Italy
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- Unit of General Surgery, Papa Giovanni XXIII Hospital, P.zza OMS 1, 24127, Bergamo, Italy
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- Unit of General Surgery, Papa Giovanni XXIII Hospital, P.zza OMS 1, 24127, Bergamo, Italy
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Deng Y, Ren J, Chen G, Li G, Wu X, Wang G, Gu G, Li J. Injectable in situ cross-linking chitosan-hyaluronic acid based hydrogels for abdominal tissue regeneration. Sci Rep 2017; 7:2699. [PMID: 28578386 PMCID: PMC5457437 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-017-02962-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 90] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2016] [Accepted: 04/20/2017] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
Abstract
Abdominal wall defect caused by open abdomen (OA) or abdominal trauma is a serious issue since it induces several clinical problems. Although a variety of prosthetic materials are commonly employed, complications occur including host soft tissue response, fistula formation and chronic patient discomfort. Recently, abundant natural polymers have been used for injectable hydrogel synthesis in tissue regeneration. In this study, we produced the chitosan - hyaluronic acid (CS/HA) hydrogel and investigated its effects on abdominal tissue regeneration. The physical and biological properties of the hydrogel were demonstrated to be suitable for application in abdominal wounds. In a rat model simulating open abdomen and large abdominal wall defect, rapid cellular response, sufficient ECM deposition and marked neovascularization were found after the application of the hydrogel, compared to the control group and fibrin gel group. Further, the possible mechanism of these findings was studied. Cytokines involved in angiogenesis and cellular response were increased and the skew toward M2 macrophages credited with the functions of anti-inflammation and tissue repair was showed in CS/HA hydrogel group. These findings suggested that CS/HA hydrogel could prevent the complications and was promising for abdominal tissue regeneration.
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- Youming Deng
- Department of General Surgery, Jinling Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, Nanjing, P. R. China
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- Department of General Surgery, Jinling Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, Nanjing, P. R. China.
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- Department of General Surgery, Jinling Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, Nanjing, P. R. China
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- Department of General Surgery, Jinling Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, Nanjing, P. R. China
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- Department of General Surgery, Jinling Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, Nanjing, P. R. China
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- Department of General Surgery, Jinling Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, Nanjing, P. R. China
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- Department of General Surgery, Jinling Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, Nanjing, P. R. China
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- Department of General Surgery, Jinling Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, Nanjing, P. R. China
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