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O'Connell GM, Vernice N, Matavosian AA, Slyker L, Bender RJ, Dong X, Bonassar LJ, Shin J, Spector JA. Customizable, biocompatible implants for dorsal nasal augmentation: An in vivo pilot study of eight polylactic acid scaffold designs. J Biomed Mater Res A 2024. [PMID: 38874519 DOI: 10.1002/jbm.a.37764] [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: 02/01/2024] [Revised: 06/03/2024] [Accepted: 06/05/2024] [Indexed: 06/15/2024]
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Augmentation of the nasal dorsum often requires implantation of structural material. Existing methods include autologous, cadaveric or alloplastic materials and injectable hydrogels. Each of these options is associated with considerable limitations. There is an ongoing need for precise and versatile implants that produce long-lasting craniofacial augmentation. Four separate polylactic acid (PLA) dorsal nasal implant designs were 3D-printed. Two implants had internal PLA rebar of differing porosities and two were designed as "shells" of differing porosities. Shell designs were implanted without infill or with either minced or zested processed decellularized ovine cartilage infill to serve as a "biologic rebar", yielding eight total treatment groups. Scaffolds were implanted heterotopically on rat dorsa (N = 4 implants per rat) for explant after 3, 6, and 12 months followed by volumetric, histopathologic, and biomechanical analysis. Low porosity implants with either minced cartilage or PLA rebar infill had superior volume retention across all timepoints. Overall, histopathologic and immunohistochemical analysis showed a resolving inflammatory response with an M1/M2 ratio consistently favoring tissue regeneration over the study course. However, xenograft cartilage showed areas of degradation and pro-inflammatory infiltrate contributing to volume and contour loss over time. Biomechanical analysis revealed all constructs had equilibrium and instantaneous moduli higher than human septal cartilage controls. Biocompatible, degradable polymer implants can induce healthy neotissue ingrowth resulting in guided soft tissue augmentation and offer a simple, customizable and clinically-translatable alternative to existing craniofacial soft tissue augmentation materials. PLA-only implants may be superior to combination PLA and xenograft implants due to contour irregularities associated with cartilage degradation.
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- Gillian M O'Connell
- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Laboratory of Bioregenerative Medicine and Surgery, Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, New York, USA
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Laboratory of Bioregenerative Medicine and Surgery, Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, New York, USA
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- Sibley School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York, USA
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- Sibley School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York, USA
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Laboratory of Bioregenerative Medicine and Surgery, Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, New York, USA
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Laboratory of Bioregenerative Medicine and Surgery, Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, New York, USA
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- Sibley School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York, USA
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- Nancy E. and Peter C. Meinig School of Biomedical Engineering, Cornell University, New York, New York, USA
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Laboratory of Bioregenerative Medicine and Surgery, Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, New York, USA
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Nasir R, Alkiumi I, Alzahmi E, AlMaamari B, Gharbi H, Hakim Z, Koninckx P, Wattiez A. Oxidised cellulose-based reaction mimicking a suspicious ovarian mass: a case report and a systematic review. Facts Views Vis Obgyn 2024; 16:237-240. [PMID: 38950539 DOI: 10.52054/fvvo.16.2.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/03/2024] Open
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Oxidised regenerated cellulose was introduced 60 years ago to control diffuse bleeding from large surfaces. Although considered safe and effective, foreign body reactions can mimic suspicious masses in several organs. We describe the third case, reported in PubMed, of an oxidised regenerated cellulose-based granuloma mimicking a suspicious ovarian tumour on MRI. During surgery, the diagnosis was suspected by granulomatous tissue and confirmed by pathology. The follow-up after the excision was uneventful. Although a rare complication, physicians should be aware of this presentation and of the recommendation to remove excess Surgicel after the bleeding has stopped.
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Cimenoglu B, Dogruyol T, Ozdemir A, Buz M, Ece D, Comert SS, Demirhan R. Foreign Body Reaction Mimicking Lymph Node Metastasis is Not Rare After Lung Cancer Resection. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2024; 72:235-241. [PMID: 37640061 DOI: 10.1055/a-2161-0690] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Mediastinal lymphadenopathies with high 18-fluorodeoxyglucose uptake in patients previously operated on for lung cancer are alarming for recurrence and necessitate invasive diagnostic procedures. Peroperative placement of oxidized cellulose to control minor bleeding may lead to a metastasis-like image through a foreign body reaction within the dissected mediastinal lymph node field at postoperative examinations. In this study, we investigated clinicopathological features and the frequency of foreign body reaction mimicking mediastinal lymph node metastasis. METHODS Patients who underwent surgery for lung cancer between January 2016 and August 2021 and who were subsequently evaluated for mediastinal recurrence with endobronchial ultrasound-guided transbronchial needle aspiration (EBUS-TBNA) were included. Patients were grouped according to the results of EBUS-TBNA as metastasis, foreign body, and reactive. Clinicopathological features of these patients were compared and characteristics of patients in the foreign body group were scrutinized. RESULTS EBUS-TBNA was performed on a total of 34 patients during their postoperative follow-up due to suspicion of mediastinal recurrence. EBUS-TBNA pathological workup revealed metastasis in 18 (52.9%), foreign body reaction in 10 (29.4%) and reactive lymph nodes in 6 (17.6%) patients. Mean maximum standardized uptake value (SUVMax) for metastasis group and foreign body group were 9.39 ± 4.69 and 5.48 ± 2.54, respectively (p = 0.022). Time interval between the operation and EBUS-TBNA for the metastasis group was 23.72 ± 10.48 months, while it was 14.90 ± 12.51 months in the foreign body group (p = 0.015). CONCLUSION Foreign body reaction mimicking mediastinal lymph node metastasis is not uncommon. Iatrogenic cause of mediastinal lymphadenopathy is related to earlier presentation and lower SUVMax compared with metastatic lymphadenopathy.
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- Berk Cimenoglu
- Thoracic Surgery Department, Istanbul Kartal Dr. Lutfi Kirdar City Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Thoracic Surgery Department, Istanbul Kartal Dr. Lutfi Kirdar City Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Thoracic Surgery Department, Istanbul Kartal Dr. Lutfi Kirdar City Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Thoracic Surgery Department, Istanbul Kartal Dr. Lutfi Kirdar City Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Pathology Department, Istanbul Kartal Dr. Lutfi Kirdar City Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Pneumology Department, Istanbul Kartal Dr. Lutfi Kirdar City Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Thoracic Surgery Department, Istanbul Kartal Dr. Lutfi Kirdar City Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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Alameer E. Surgicel® Granuloma Mimicking Recurrent Thyroid Tumor After Thyroidectomy: A Case Report and Literature Review. Cureus 2023; 15:e46587. [PMID: 37933349 PMCID: PMC10625768 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.46587] [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] [Accepted: 10/06/2023] [Indexed: 11/08/2023] Open
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Oxidized regenerated cellulose, commonly known by the brand name Surgicel®, is a hemostatic agent widely used in various surgical procedures. While it is generally considered safe and effective, there have been reports of complications associated with its use, including the formation of pseudotumoral lesions. This article presents a case of a patient who developed a Surgicel® granuloma in the thyroid bed, mimicking a recurrent tumor. Surgicel® is known to cause a chronic inflammatory reaction, leading to foreign body giant cell formation and fibroblastic proliferation. Fine-needle aspiration (FNA) cytology is a valuable diagnostic tool for identifying pseudotumoral lesions caused by oxidized cellulose. The characteristic appearance of oxidized cellulose fragments and the presence of a granulomatous reaction can help distinguish these lesions from tumor recurrence or abscesses. To prevent Surgicel® granuloma, it is recommended to use the minimal amount necessary to achieve hemostasis. It is also important to document its use in the operative report. In cases where a recurrent mass lesion is suspected postoperatively, a comprehensive medical history, imaging studies, and FNA are essential for accurate diagnosis and management. This case report highlights the importance of considering Surgicel®-induced granuloma in the differential diagnosis of recurrent thyroid-bed tumors. A correct diagnosis can help avoid unnecessary aggressive interventions, particularly in cancer patients.
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- Ehab Alameer
- Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, Jazan University, Jazan, SAU
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Masoudi M, Wiseman J, Wiseman SM. A contemporary systematic review of the complications associated with SURGICEL. Expert Rev Med Devices 2023; 20:741-752. [PMID: 37526076 DOI: 10.1080/17434440.2023.2242776] [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: 05/15/2023] [Accepted: 07/27/2023] [Indexed: 08/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND This review aims to summarize the findings from recent literature (2010-2022) reporting on complications that resulted from the surgical use of SURGICEL for intraoperative hemostasis. METHODS A literature search was conducted using the MEDLINE (OVID), Embase, and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials - CENTRAL (OVID) databases. The studies were sorted into case reports and other study types for data extraction. Covidence was used for data extraction and statistics were descriptive. RESULTS Of the total 560 articles screened, 73 papers were selected for a full-text review and 70 studies were included in this review. A total of 7,242 participants were included in the studies (case studies n = 93, others n = 7149). 67/70 of the included studies reported complications when SURGICEL was used intraoperatively. Reported complications included: SURGICEL induced masses (granulomas, abscesses, hematomas, cysts) (n = 25), hemorrhagic complications (n = 12), masses misdiagnosed as tumors, cardiovascular, nervous system, and hepatobiliary complications, pain, and infections. Other complications included: fistulas, erectile dysfunction, chorioamnionitis, swelling, urinary leak, renal failure, and anaphylaxis. CONCLUSIONS Publications reporting on complications associated with the use of SURGICEL intraoperatively have continued to emerge. Future studies should compare how the types and rates of complications compare between SURGICEL and alternative hemostatic agents.
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- Matthew Masoudi
- Department of Surgery, St. Paul's Hospital & University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, St. Paul's Hospital & University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, St. Paul's Hospital & University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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Kazemi R, Gholipour F, Salehi H, Sichani MM, Behnamfar A, Fathi M. Evaluation of the efficacy of oxidized cellulose (surgicel) in reducing blood loss in suprapubic simple open prostatectomy: A randomized clinical trial. JOURNAL OF RESEARCH IN MEDICAL SCIENCES : THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF ISFAHAN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES 2023; 28:29. [PMID: 37213452 PMCID: PMC10199368 DOI: 10.4103/jrms.jrms_618_22] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2022] [Revised: 10/03/2022] [Accepted: 10/27/2022] [Indexed: 05/23/2023]
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Background Simple open prostatectomy is still the treatment of choice for removing large prostates; however, peri-surgical bleeding accompanied by this technique has always been a challenge for urologist surgeons. Therefore, the present study aimed to investigate the effect of surgicel on reducing bleeding in trans-vesical prostatectomy. Materials and Methods The present double-blinded clinical trial included 54 patients with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), divided into two groups of 27, and underwent trans-vesical prostatectomy. After removing the prostate, the prostate adenoma was weighed in the first group. Then, two surgicel were inserted into the prostate loge for prostate adenomas weighing 75 g or less. For larger prostates, another surgicel was inserted for each 25 g weight higher than the limit of 75 g. However, no Surgicel was inserted in the control group. Other steps of the procedure were the same in both groups. Moreover, hemoglobin and hematocrit levels were assessed in both groups; preoperation, intra-operative, 24 h, and 48 h postoperative. In addition, all the fluid used for bladder irrigation was collected, and its hemoglobin level was assessed. Results According to our results, no intergroup difference in hemoglobin level changes, hematocrit changes, International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS), postoperative hospital stay, and number of packed cells received. However, the postoperative blood loss in bladder lavage fluid was significantly higher in the control group (120.83 ± 46.66 g) as compared to the surgicel group (72.56 ± 32.53 g) (P < 0.001). Conclusion The present study concluded that using surgicel in trans-vesical prostatectomy could reduce postoperative bleeding without increasing the chance of postoperative complications.
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- Reza Kazemi
- Isfahan Kidney Disease Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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- Isfahan Kidney Disease Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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- Urology Department, School of Medicine, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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- Isfahan Kidney Disease Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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- Isfahan Kidney Disease Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
- Address for correspondence: Dr. Majid Fathi, Isfahan Kidney Disease Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran. E-mail:
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Suarez MK, Sappington RM, Hayes B. A novel approach to sclerotomy closure in pars plana vitrectomy: a pilot study. Int J Retina Vitreous 2022; 8:64. [PMID: 36089603 PMCID: PMC9465862 DOI: 10.1186/s40942-022-00414-z] [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: 05/30/2022] [Accepted: 08/22/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background Methods of sclerotomy closure following a vitrectomy, including the use of sutures, have been associated with complications such as inflammation, foreign body sensation, and infection. Here, we test an innovative approach to scleral wound closure following pars plana vitrectomy that involves plugging the wound. We investigated several materials with the intent of using products that were either already approved by the FDA for other types of procedures or were biocompatible patient-derived materials. Methods We examined whether scleral wounds could be sealed by a clot or internal “plug” rather than a suture or an external adhesive. We tested patient-derived materials (platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and whole blood) as well as polyethylene glycol (PEG) sealant. Whole blood and PRP were prevented from clotting prematurely using sodium citrate, and were clotted for the study with thrombin. Polyethylene glycol (PEG) sealant was prepared according to manufacturer’s recommendations. We used fresh-frozen cadaveric porcine eyes. We tested several methods to form plugs using the above materials, as well as various methods to deliver the plugs into the sclerotomy incisions. We used a novel technique of manual vitrectomy. Successfully generated and implanted clots were tested for efficacy with the Seidel test. Results Polyethylene glycol (PEG) sealant fractured during our attempts at molding and inserting the plug. In contrast, both whole blood and PRP yielded successful plugs for insertion. We molded a whole blood clot plug by allowing it to clot inside a 20-gauge angiocath catheter and we successfully delivered it through a 23G trocar. At baseline, no wound leakage was apparent. However, the whole blood clot dislodged during the Seidel test. We successfully molded and delivered a PRP clot plug using a tapered 2-20 μl pipette tip, using MAXGrip Forceps to push it through into the wound. No scleral wound leakage was noted at our baseline physiologic infusion pressure. Furthermore, the PRP clot plug prevented scleral wound leakage up to a pressure of 60 mmHg and was confirmed with the Seidel test. Conclusion Our findings suggest that insertion of a clot plug made from either whole blood or PRP may be an effective strategy for scleral wound closure following pars plana vitrectomy. Further testing in preclinical models is warranted to further refine the materials and methods, since this appears to have the potential to improve the closure of the scleral wounds after pars plana vitrectomy.
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O'Hanlan KA, Bassett P. Exploring Adverse Events and Utilization of Topical Hemostatic Agents in Surgery. JSLS 2022; 26:JSLS.2022.00033. [PMID: 36071989 PMCID: PMC9439288 DOI: 10.4293/jsls.2022.00033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/05/2022] Open
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Background and Objectives: This retrospective study provides preliminary qualitative assessment of the adverse events (AEs), focusing on pelvic and abdominal AEs and patient outcomes reported for three hemostatic agents used in gynecologic surgery. Methods: Utilization rates for oxidized regenerated cellulose powder (ORC), polysaccharide powder (PSP), and fibrin sealant solution (FSS) were obtained from hospitals via the Premier Healthcare databases for all surgical procedures from January 1, 2018 to September 30, 2020. All reported cases were extracted from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Manufacturer and User Facility Device Experience (MAUDE) database for ORC and PSP and from the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) database for FSS. Distributions of AEs by anatomical site (MAUDE/FAERS) and surgical procedures by specialty (Premier) were evaluated for each product. Number of cases and number and types of AEs were compared to the total utilization for each product. Results: PSP was the most used product during the period analyzed (n = 126,509 uses), followed by FSS (n = 80,628 uses), and ORC (n = 41,583 uses). Distribution of surgical procedures by anatomical site varied significantly between hemostatic agents (p < 0.001). ORC was associated with more patient cases with AEs and numbers of reported AEs compared with PSP and FSS (p < 0.001). ORC was associated with higher number of infections than PSP (p < 0.001) and FSS (p < 0.001). Conclusion: These findings suggest that ORC use in abdominal and pelvic surgery may result in more postoperative complications compared with non-ORC hemostatic agents. Further prospective randomized studies are needed to compare efficacy and safety of these products.
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Effect of naturally derived surgical hemostatic materials on the proliferation of A549 human lung adenocarcinoma cells. Mater Today Bio 2022; 14:100233. [PMID: 35280330 PMCID: PMC8913356 DOI: 10.1016/j.mtbio.2022.100233] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2022] [Revised: 02/28/2022] [Accepted: 03/02/2022] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Hemostatic materials are generally applied in surgical operations for cancer, but their effects on the growth and recurrence of tumors are unclear. Herein, three commonly used naturally derived hemostatic materials, gelatin sponge, Surgicel (oxidized regenerated cellulose), and biopaper (mixture of sodium hyaluronate and carboxymethyl chitosan), were cocultured with A549 human lung adenocarcinoma cells in vitro. Furthermore, the performance of hemostatic materials and the tumorigenicity of the materials with A549 cells were observed after subcutaneous implantation into BALB/c mice. The in vitro results showed that biopaper was dissolved quickly, with the highest cell numbers at 2 and 4 days of culture. Gelatin sponges retained their structure and elicited the least cell infiltration during the 2- to 10-day culture. Surgicel partially dissolved and supported cell growth over time. The in vivo results showed that biopaper degraded rapidly and elicited an acute Th1 lymphocyte reaction at 3 days after implantation, which was decreased at 7 days after implantation. The gelatin sponge resisted degradation and evoked a hybrid M1/M2 macrophage reaction at 7–21 days after implantation, and a protumor M2d subset was confirmed. Surgicel resisted early degradation and caused obvious antitumor M2a macrophage reactions. Mice subjected to subcutaneous implantation of A549 cells and hemostatic materials in the gelatin sponge group had the largest tumor volumes and the shortest overall survival (OS), while the Surgicel and the biopaper group had the smallest volumes and the longest OS. Therefore, although gelatin sponges exhibited cytotoxicity to A549 cells in vitro, they promoted the growth of A549 cells in vivo, which was related to chronic M2d macrophage reaction. Surgicel and biopaper inhibited A549 cell growth in vivo, which is associated with chronic M2a macrophage reaction or acute Th1 lymphocyte reaction. The gelatin sponge, Surgicel and biopaper had different effects on A549 cell growth and proliferation. Biopaper degraded rapidly in vivo and elicited an antitumor Th1 lymphocyte reaction at acute inflammatory phase. The gelatin sponge resisted degradation and evoked a protumor M2d macrophage reactions. Surgicel resisted early degradation and caused obvious antitumor M2a macrophage reactions.
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Bian J, Bao L, Gao X, Wen X, Zhang Q, Huang J, Xiong Z, Hong FF, Ge Z, Cui W. Bacteria-engineered porous sponge for hemostasis and vascularization. J Nanobiotechnology 2022; 20:47. [PMID: 35062972 PMCID: PMC8780714 DOI: 10.1186/s12951-022-01254-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/12/2021] [Accepted: 01/08/2022] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Background
Hemostasis and repair are two essential processes in wound healing, yet early hemostasis and following vascularization are challenging to address in an integrated manner.
Results
In this study, we constructed a hemostatic sponge OBNC-DFO by fermentation of Komagataeibacterxylinus combined with TEMPO oxidation to obtain oxidized bacterial nanocellulose (OBNC). Then angiogenetic drug desferrioxamine (DFO) was grafted through an amide bond, and it promoted clot formation and activated coagulation reaction by rapid blood absorption due to the high total pore area (approximately 42.429 m2/g measured by BET). The further release of DFO stimulated the secretion of HIF-1α and the reconstruction of blood flow, thus achieving rapid hemostasis and vascularization in damaged tissue. This new hemostatic sponge can absorb water at a rate of approximate 1.70 g/s, rapidly enhancing clot formation in the early stage of hemostasis. In vitro and in vivo coagulation experiments (in rat tail amputation model and liver trauma model) demonstrated superior pro-coagulation effects of OBNC and OBNC-DFO to clinically used collagen hemostatic sponges (COL). They promoted aggregation and activation of red blood cells and platelets with shorter whole blood clotting time, more robust activation of endogenous coagulation pathways and less blood loss. In vitro cellular assays showed that OBNC-DFO prevailed over OBNC by promoting the proliferation of human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVECs). In addition, the release of DFO enhanced the secretion of HIF-1α, further strengthening vascularization in damaged skin. In the rat skin injury model, 28 days after being treated with OBNC-DFO, skin appendages (e.g., hair follicles) became more intact, indicating the achievement of structural and functional regeneration of the skin.
Conclusion
This hemostatic and vascularization-promoting oxidized bacterial nanocellulose hemostatic sponge, which rapidly activates coagulation pathways and enables skin regeneration, is a highly promising hemostatic and pro-regenerative repair biomaterial.
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Ogino S, Matsumoto T, Kamada Y, Koizumi N, Fujiki H, Nakamura K, Yamano T, Sakakura C. Foreign body granulomas mimic peritoneal dissemination caused by incarcerated femoral hernia perforation: A case report. World J Clin Oncol 2021; 12:1083-1088. [PMID: 34909402 PMCID: PMC8641008 DOI: 10.5306/wjco.v12.i11.1083] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2021] [Revised: 08/20/2021] [Accepted: 09/30/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Foreign body granuloma (FBG) is a well-known type of granulomatous formation, and intraabdominal FBG (IFBG) is primarily caused by surgical residues. Multifocal IFBGs caused by gastrointestinal perforation is an extremely rare and interesting clinicopathological condition that resembles peritoneal dissemination. Here, we present a case of IFBGs mimicking peritoneal dissemination caused by bowel perforation and describe the value of intraoperative pathological examinations for rapid IFBG diagnosis.
CASE SUMMARY An 86-year-old woman with an incarcerated femoral hernia was admitted to the hospital and underwent operation. During the operation, the incarcerated ileum was perforated during repair due to hemorrhage necrosis, and a small volume of enteric fluid leaked from the perforation. The incarcerated ileum was resected, and the femoral hernia was repaired without mesh. Four months later, a second operation was performed for an umbilical incisional hernia. During the second operation, multiple small, white nodules were observed throughout the abdominal cavity, resembling peritoneal dissemination. The results of peritoneal washing cytology in Douglas’ pouch and the examination of frozen nodule sections were compatible with IFBG diagnosis, and incisional hernia repair was performed.
CONCLUSION IFBGs can mimic malignancy. Intraoperative pathological examinations and operation history are valuable for the rapid diagnosis to avoid excessive treatments.
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- Shinpei Ogino
- Department of Surgery, Akashi City Hospital, Akashi 673-8501, Hyogo, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Akashi City Hospital, Akashi 673-8501, Hyogo, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Akashi City Hospital, Akashi 673-8501, Hyogo, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Akashi City Hospital, Akashi 673-8501, Hyogo, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Akashi City Hospital, Akashi 673-8501, Hyogo, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Akashi City Hospital, Akashi 673-8501, Hyogo, Japan
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- Department of Pathology, Akashi City Hospital, Akashi 673-8501, Hyogo, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Akashi City Hospital, Akashi 673-8501, Hyogo, Japan
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Sabab A, Liu S, Javadiyan S, McAdam CJ, Hanton LR, Jukes A, Vreugde S, Wormald PJ. The effect of chemical and structural modifiers on the haemostatic process and cytotoxicity of the beta-chitin patch. Sci Rep 2021; 11:18577. [PMID: 34535704 PMCID: PMC8448852 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-97781-8] [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: 11/17/2020] [Accepted: 08/30/2021] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Beta-chitin patch has previously been proven to be an effective haemostat, but whether modifying the patch affects its efficacy and safety, remains unanswered. In this study, the patch was modified using polyethylene oxide, Pluronic-F127, calcium, increased thickness or polyphosphate, and their effect on the process of haemostasis and cytotoxicity was tested and compared with standard-of-care, Surgicel and FloSeal. Whole blood collected from volunteers was applied to the patches to test their whole blood clotting and thrombin generation capacities, whilst platelet isolates were used to test their platelet aggregation ability. The fluid absorption capacity of the patches was tested using simulated body fluid. Cytotoxicity of the patches was tested using AlamarBlue assays and PC12 cells and the results were compared with the standard-of-care. In this study, beta-chitin patch modifications failed to improve its whole blood clotting, platelet aggregation and thrombin generation capacity. Compared to non-modified patch, modifications with polyethylene oxide or calcium reduced platelet aggregation and thrombin generation capacity, while increasing the thickness or adding polyphosphate decreased platelet aggregation capacity. The cytotoxicity assays demonstrated that the beta-chitin patches were non-toxic to cells. In vivo research is required to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the beta-chitin patches in a clinical setting.
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- Ahad Sabab
- Department of Surgery-Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, University of Adelaide, Adelaide, Australia.
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- Department of Surgery-Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, University of Adelaide, Adelaide, Australia
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- Department of Surgery-Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, University of Adelaide, Adelaide, Australia
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
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- Department of Surgery-Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, University of Adelaide, Adelaide, Australia
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- Department of Surgery-Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, University of Adelaide, Adelaide, Australia
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- Department of Surgery-Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, University of Adelaide, Adelaide, Australia
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Singh A, Jai S, Ganpule S, Ganpule A. Bolster material granuloma masquerading as recurrent renal cell carcinoma following partial nephrectomy. Indian J Radiol Imaging 2021; 26:352-355. [PMID: 27857461 PMCID: PMC5036333 DOI: 10.4103/0971-3026.190418] [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] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Nephron sparing surgery has seen a phenomenal rise in its application over the past few decades. The use of Surgicel and gel foam for closure of defect created after partial nephrectomy has become a routine practice at many centers. In this case report, we describe radiological artifact secondary to a surgical bolster mimicking a residual disease or an early recurrence in the kidney. This case highlights two facts; first, reapproximation of the renal tissue is best done without the use of Surgicel bolsters. Second, bolsteroma should always be kept in mind as a differential diagnosis in a case where computed tomography (CT) imaging is showing early recurrence. If the surgeon is sure about the surgical margins being negative and the CT image shows a bolsteroma, the patient should be observed and a repeat scan should be done at 3–6 months, which would show regression or disappearance of the lesion proving it to be an artifact rather than malignant lesion.
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- Abhishek Singh
- Department of Urology and Radiology, Muljibhai Patel Urological Hospital, Nadiad, Gujarat, India
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- Department of Urology and Radiology, Muljibhai Patel Urological Hospital, Nadiad, Gujarat, India
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- Department of Urology and Radiology, Muljibhai Patel Urological Hospital, Nadiad, Gujarat, India
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- Department of Urology and Radiology, Muljibhai Patel Urological Hospital, Nadiad, Gujarat, India
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Martínez A, Pubul V, Jokh EA, Martínez A, El-Diasty M, Fernández AL. Surgicel®-related uptake on positron emission topography scan mimicking prosthetic valve endocarditis. Ann Thorac Surg 2021; 112:e317-e319. [PMID: 33676905 DOI: 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2021.02.046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2021] [Revised: 02/18/2021] [Accepted: 02/20/2021] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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A 78-year-old patient who underwent an aortic valve replacement, presented 6 months later with clinical picture suspicious for prosthetic valve endocarditis. Echocardiography did not show any features suggestive of endocarditis but a18F-FDG PET/CT scan showed an area of hyper-uptake around the ascending aorta. It was realized that sheet of Surgicel® hemostat was placed over the aortotomy suture line at the time of surgery. Another follow-up PET/CT scan performed 22 months later showed that the hyper-uptake focus remained persistent. False-positive hyper-uptake on 18F-FDG PET/CT scan due to local hemostatics should be taken in consideration when interpreting the findings of this technique.
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- Amparo Martínez
- Division of Cardiology, University Hospital, Santiago, Spain
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- Division of Nuclear Medicine, University Hospital, Santiago, Spain
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- Division or Radiology, University Hospital, Santiago, Spain
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, Kingston General Hospital, Kingston, Canada
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Kobylkevich BM, Raihan MJ, Uprety T, Kaushik RS, Shore JS, Sohn JJ, Messerli MA. Linear polysaccharides reduce production of inflammatory cytokines by LPS-stimulated bovine fibroblasts. Vet Immunol Immunopathol 2021; 234:110220. [PMID: 33713903 DOI: 10.1016/j.vetimm.2021.110220] [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: 04/19/2020] [Revised: 02/20/2021] [Accepted: 02/27/2021] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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Chronic lesions in the limbs of farm animals cause lameness due to chronic infection and inflammation. Exploratory treatments for chronic wounds in humans may be suitable for adaptation into the field of animal care. Specifically, antimicrobial linear polysaccharides like oxidized regenerated cellulose (ORC) and chitin/chitosan are biodegradable hemostats that are being explored to promote healing of chronic wounds but have not been directly compared using the same biological specimen. Despite their current use in humans, linear polysaccharides possess features that may preclude their use as biodegradable bandages. For example, ORC promotes inflammation when it remains in vivo and chitin/chitosan stimulate size-dependent proinflammatory responses. In order to assess the use of these materials to treat chronic wounds we have compared their effects on cellular toxicity and in stimulating the production of proinflammatory cytokines by bovine epidermal fibroblasts. While neither polysaccharide increased cell mortality, on average, they caused minor alterations in expression of proinflammatory cytokines from cells isolated from different animals. Both polysaccharides reduced expression of proinflammatory cytokines stimulated by microbial lipopolysaccharide. We conclude that the polysaccharides used in this study are relatively inert and may improve healing of chronic epidermal wounds in farm animals.
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- Brian M Kobylkevich
- Department of Biology and Microbiology, South Dakota State University, Brookings, SD, 57007, United States
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- Department of Biology and Microbiology, South Dakota State University, Brookings, SD, 57007, United States
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- Department of Biology and Microbiology, South Dakota State University, Brookings, SD, 57007, United States
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- Department of Biology and Microbiology, South Dakota State University, Brookings, SD, 57007, United States
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- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, South Dakota State University, Brookings, SD, 57007, United States
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- Department of Organismic and Evolutionary Biology, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA, 02138, United States
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- Department of Biology and Microbiology, South Dakota State University, Brookings, SD, 57007, United States.
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Surgicel® (regenerated oxidized cellulose) is a bio-absorbable hemostatic material widely applied to prevent surgery-derived adhesions. Some critical issues have been reported associated with this biomaterial, which we aimed to overcome by producing bacterial nanocellulose (BNC) membranes with hemostatic activity, through electrochemical oxidation using the tetramethylpiperidine-1-oxyl (TEMPO) radical. Samples were characterized by FTIR, NMR, SEM, XRD and their degree of polymerization. The oxidation degree was evaluated by titration of the carboxyl groups and the hemostatic behavior by whole-blood-clotting assays. In vitro and in vivo biodegradability of oxidized BNC membranes were evaluated and compared with that of Surgicel®. The oxidation degree increased from 4% to 7% and up to 15%, corresponding to an applied charge of 400, 700 and 1200 Coulombs, respectively. The oxidized BNC preserved the crystallinity and the 3D nano-fibrillar network, and demonstrated hemostatic activity, although not as effective as that of Surgicel®. In vivo assays demonstrated that the oxidized membranes did not induce an inflammatory response, revealing a good biocompatibility. However, non-degraded oxidized BNC was still detected at the implantation site after 56 days.
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Turkyilmaz Z, Karabulut R, Kaya C, Gökce D, Kolay E, Sonmez K. Surgicel mimicking recurrent pelvic neuroblastoma in a 3-year-old boy. Acta Chir Belg 2021; 122:266-268. [PMID: 33534658 DOI: 10.1080/00015458.2020.1846944] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Surgicel is a hemostatic agent that consists of oxidized regenerated cellulose and used in surgical procedures as an aid to bleeding control. It is left in the operation site for hemostasis, could cause an operation by mimicking the recurrence of tumor, as in our patient. PATIENTS AND METHODS A 3-year-old boy was operated by us at the age of 40 days and 2.5 years, respectively, due to pelvic neuroblastoma. He was re-operated for mimicking recurrence or residue tumor secondary to the prior placement of Surgicel within the peritoneal cavity. RESULTS Re-laparotomy was performed and the mass approximately 2.8 × 2×1 cm in size in front of the right ureter and iliac vessels and behind the bladder was removed by blunt and sharp dissection without damaging these organs. While gelatinous content was evacuated from this mass, there was no apparent tumor appearance. Pathology report was reported as fibrotic tissue characterized by foreign body and foreign body giant cells. The postoperative period was uneventful and he was discharged on the 2nd postoperative day. CONCLUSIONS In the light of our case, the use of hemostatic agents should be kept to a minimum and should not be left in the body unless it is difficult. Thus, unnecessary examination or recurrent surgery can be avoided.
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- Zafer Turkyilmaz
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Gazi University, Faculty of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Gazi University, Faculty of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Gazi University, Faculty of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Gazi University, Faculty of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Pathology, Gazi University, Faculty of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Gazi University, Faculty of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey
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Fife A, Khouri OR, Grantham M, DiVito J, Hébert T, Kuo DYS. Inflammatory reaction to BioGlue™ masquerading as recurrence in patients with endometrial cancer: A report of two cases. Gynecol Oncol Rep 2020; 34:100665. [PMID: 33251313 PMCID: PMC7680770 DOI: 10.1016/j.gore.2020.100665] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/22/2020] [Revised: 10/20/2020] [Accepted: 10/25/2020] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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BioGlue™, a glutaraldehyde-based vessel sealant, can cause a foreign body reaction. Vessel sealants may be used for IVC repair during endometrial cancer staging. Foreign body reaction to BioGlue™ may look like a cancer recurrence on imaging. It is important to note prior use of vessel sealants in assessing paraaortic recurrence.
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- Alexander Fife
- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women’s Health, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, NY, United States
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- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women’s Health, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, NY, United States
- Corresponding author at: Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Montefiore Medical Center, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Women’s Health, 1695 Eastchester Road, Bronx, NY 10467, United States.
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- Department of Pathology, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, NY, United States
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- Department of Radiology, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, NY, United States
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- Department of Pathology, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, NY, United States
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- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women’s Health, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, NY, United States
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Slezak P, Keibl C, Labahn D, Schmidbauer A, Genyk Y, Gulle H. A Comparative Efficacy Evaluation of Recombinant Topical Thrombin (RECOTHROM ®) With A Gelatin Sponge Carrier Versus Topical Oxidized Regenerated Cellulose (TABOTAMP ®/SURGICEL ®) In A Porcine Liver Bleeding Model. J INVEST SURG 2020; 34:862-868. [PMID: 31955627 DOI: 10.1080/08941939.2019.1705444] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/28/2023]
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PURPOSE Topical hemostatic agents can be classified as active or passive. This study compared the hemostatic efficacy of an active agent, recombinant thrombin (RECOTHROM® [rT]) plus gelatin sponge carrier versus a passive agent, oxidized regenerated cellulose (TABOTAMP®/SURGICEL® [ORC]), in a porcine liver abrasion model. MATERIALS AND METHODS Eight pigs were used, four of them were heparinized. A total of 80 liver lesions were created, 40 of them in heparinized pigs. Lesions were treated with rT plus gelatin sponge or ORC. Bleeding rate was quantified before treatment by applying pre-weighed gauze. Time to hemostasis was assessed visually for 10 minutes. RESULTS Seven of the 80 lesions were excluded for having initial bleeding rates exceeding the target of 10 g/min. Sixteen and 20 lesions were treated with rT plus gelatin sponge and 19 and 18 lesions were treated with ORC, in non-heparinized and heparinized animals, respectively. Time to hemostasis (median [IQR]) was significantly shorter with rT plus gelatin sponge (30 [30,30] seconds) in heparinized and non-heparinized animals versus ORC in non-heparinized (180 [120,210] seconds) and heparinized animals (215 [135,345] seconds); P < 0.0001 for both comparisons. In heparinized animals, ORC took longer to achieve hemostasis, with treatment failure in 2/18 lesions. Time to hemostasis with ORC was longer for lesions in heparinized animals with initial bleeding rates of >5-10 g/min (285 [225,394] seconds) versus ≤5 g/min (175 [108,290] seconds). CONCLUSIONS In this model, rT plus gelatin sponge carrier (active) was a more effective hemostat than ORC (passive) in both heparinized and non-heparinized animals.
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- Paul Slezak
- Ludwig Boltzmann Institute for Experimental and Clinical Traumatology in the AUVA Trauma Research Center, Vienna, Austria
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- Ludwig Boltzmann Institute for Experimental and Clinical Traumatology in the AUVA Trauma Research Center, Vienna, Austria
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- Baxter Medical Products GmbH, Vienna, Austria
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- Ludwig Boltzmann Institute for Experimental and Clinical Traumatology in the AUVA Trauma Research Center, Vienna, Austria
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- Division of Hepatobiliary, Pancreas, and Abdominal Organ Transplant, Department of Surgery, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Baxter Medical Products GmbH, Vienna, Austria
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Hernández-Bonilla S, Rodríguez-García AM, Jiménez-Heffernan JA, Muñoz-Hernández P, Palacios-Lázaro E, López-Ferrer P, González-Peramato P, Vicandi B. FNA cytology of postoperative pseudotumoral lesions induced by oxidized cellulose hemostatic agents. Cancer Cytopathol 2019; 127:765-770. [PMID: 31589810 DOI: 10.1002/cncy.22194] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2019] [Revised: 08/28/2019] [Accepted: 09/19/2019] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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BACKGROUND The use of topically applied hemostatic substances during surgery has become a common practice. In some cases, the material is not absorbed or induces a granulomatous reaction resulting in a pseudotumoral lesion. With imaging studies, it is not possible to differentiate this from a tumor recurrence or abscess. This study describes the authors' cytologic experience with a large series of pseudotumoral lesions induced by oxidized cellulose, one of the most commonly used hemostatic agents. Almost no cytologic descriptions are available in the medical literature. METHODS Sixteen patients were evaluated, and the most common sites of fine-needle aspiration (FNA) were the mediastinum and thyroid surgical bed. Other locations were the axilla, neck, vulva, liver, and retroperitoneum. All these lesions appeared after surgical procedures in which oxidized cellulose was used as a topical hemostatic agent. The interval time between surgery and FNA varied from 4 to 46 months with a mean of 15 months. RESULTS Cytology samples showed very similar findings. In all cases, foreign-body material with a variable granulomatous reaction was present. Oxidized cellulose was seen as laminated inorganic fragments and most often showed an elongated, quadrangular appearance. Amorphous, ill-defined fragments as well as a dense proteinaceous background with phagocytic cells were also present. CONCLUSIONS The current study demonstrates that FNA cytology is a very useful method for the detection of pseudotumoral lesions induced by hemostatic agents. Pathologists must be familiarized with this finding because cytology permits easy differentiation from tumor recurrence.
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- Department of Pathology, La Paz University Hospital, Madrid, Spain
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Liu L, Rodman C, Worobetz NE, Johnson J, Elmaraghy C, Chiang T. Topical biomaterials to prevent post-tonsillectomy hemorrhage. J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2019; 48:45. [PMID: 31492172 PMCID: PMC6731608 DOI: 10.1186/s40463-019-0368-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/20/2019] [Accepted: 08/27/2019] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Despite advances in surgical technique, postoperative hemorrhage remains a common cause of mortality and morbidity for patients following tonsillectomy. Application of biomaterials at the time of tonsillectomy can potentially accelerate mucosal wound healing and eliminate the risk of post-tonsillectomy hemorrhage (PTH). To understand the current state and identify possible routes for the development of the ideal biomaterials to prevent PTH, topical biomaterials for eliminating the risk of PTH were reviewed. Alternative topical biomaterials that hold the potential to reduce the risk of PTH were also summarized.
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- Lumei Liu
- Center of Regenerative Medicine, Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, OH, USA
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- College of Medicine, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, USA
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- Center of Regenerative Medicine, Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, OH, USA.,Department of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, OH, USA
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- College of Medicine, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, USA.,Department of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, OH, USA
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- Center of Regenerative Medicine, Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, OH, USA. .,College of Medicine, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, USA. .,Department of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, OH, USA.
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Hsieh YH, Yang KC, Liu WC, Kao CC, Chen LW, Lin CT. The safety and benefit of using oxidized regenerated cellulose to position free flap pedicle in head and neck reconstruction. Microsurgery 2019; 39:521-527. [PMID: 31206196 DOI: 10.1002/micr.30475] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2018] [Revised: 05/20/2019] [Accepted: 05/24/2019] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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BACKGROUND Oxidized regenerated cellulose (ORC; Surgicel®; Ethicon, Neuchâtel, Switzerland) is an absorbable hemostatic agent used for hemostasis in operation, although some surgeons use it to position free flap pedicles. The increasing risk of vessel compromise is a huge concern. However, no scientific data to date demonstrate the safety and benefit of using ORC in microvascular surgery. In the present study, we compared the outcome of microvascular head and neck reconstruction with and without pedicle placement using ORC. MATERIALS AND METHODS From January 2015 to December 2017, we reviewed patients undergoing microvascular surgery with free fibular osteocutaneous flap in our hospital. The patients were divided into the ORC group and non-ORC group and their baseline characteristics and outcomes were compared. RESULTS In total, there were 27 patients in the ORC group and 67 in the non-ORC group. The non-ORC group had significantly higher cigarette consumption (70.4% vs. 89.6%; p = .022). The outcome of the ORC group was better regarding arterial thrombosis (0% vs. 3%), flap failure (0% vs. 4.5%), hematoma (7.4% vs. 10.4%), and wound complications (25.9% vs. 44.8%). The ORC group had a worse result than the non-ORC group for vein thrombosis (7.4% vs. 4.5%) and duration of hospitalization (24.111 days vs. 23.627 days). However, none of above results was significant. CONCLUSIONS Though this study was underpowered to detect the differences, the results showed a trend toward better outcomes of flaps and wounds in the ORC group. It seems that using ORC in this field is safe and beneficial.
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- Yu-Hsuan Hsieh
- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan.,School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei City, Taiwan
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan.,School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei City, Taiwan
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- School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei City, Taiwan
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan.,School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei City, Taiwan
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan.,School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei City, Taiwan
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Piozzi GN, Reitano E, Panizzo V, Rubino B, Bona D, Tringali D, Micheletto G. Practical Suggestions for Prevention of Complications Arising from Oxidized Cellulose Retention: A Case Report and Review of the Literature. AMERICAN JOURNAL OF CASE REPORTS 2018; 19:812-819. [PMID: 29991675 PMCID: PMC6066980 DOI: 10.12659/ajcr.910060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/19/2018] [Accepted: 04/26/2018] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND Bleeding is a major intraoperative complication during surgical procedures. When conventional methods such as ligature and diathermocoagulation are ineffective for bleeding management, hemostatic agents should be used. Oxidized cellulose is one of the major hemostatic agents used worldwide. Oxidized cellulose is often left in situ after hemostasis because of its high level of reabsorption that lasts up to 8 weeks. However, 38 cases of retaining-associated complications are reported in the literature. CASE REPORT A 51-year-old male patient presented in our emergency department with acute abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. The patient had been admitted in our department for laparoscopic cholecystectomy for acute cholecystitis 25 months previously. Abdominal ultrasound and CT scan showed the presence of a cystic circular mass, with homogeneous fluid content, close to the surgical clips of the previous surgery, resembling a "neogallbladder". Laparoscopic abdominal exploration and drainage were performed. Histological examination reported protein-based amorphous material with rare lymphocytes and macrophages. Culturing was negative for bacterial growth. The patient was discharged uneventfully on the 4 th postoperative day. The primary surgical report was evaluated with evidence of application of Gelita-Cel ® Standard for hemostatic purposes. Results of 12-month follow-up were normal. CONCLUSIONS Herein, we report the first case of a complication associated with the use of Gelita-Cel ® Standard. We reviewed the literature to better define the purpose and limits of oxidized cellulose use as a hemostatic agent. Despite the fundamental role of oxidized cellulose as a hemostatic agent, we provide some practical suggestions to prevent the reported severe complications and surgical overtreatments.
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- Department of General Surgery, University of Milan, Milano, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery, Istituto Clinico Sant’Ambrogio, Milano, Italy
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- Department of Pathology, IRCCS Policlinico San Donato Hospital, San Donato Milanese, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery, Istituto Clinico Sant’Ambrogio, Milano, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery, Istituto Clinico Sant’Ambrogio, Milano, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery, Istituto Clinico Sant’Ambrogio, Milano, Italy
- Department of Medical and Surgical Pathophysiology and Transplantation, Policlinico Hospital, Milano, Italy
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Effect of Suturation Plus Surgicel Application on Post-Tonsillectomy Bleeding and Pain. J Craniofac Surg 2018; 28:e672-e675. [PMID: 28857996 DOI: 10.1097/scs.0000000000003827] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of suturation (tonsillary fossa closure) plus Surgicel application on postoperative bleeding and pain after tonsillectomies performed using a classical dissection method. STUDY DESIGN A prospective, randomized, double-blind, clinical trial was performed on 760 patients undergoing tonsillectomy or adenotonsillectomy during a 5-year period. METHODS After excluding patients with hemorrhagic disorder, chronic disease, and peritonsillar abscess, both tonsils were removed via classic dissection technique (cold knife or blunt dissection) and then electrocauterized for hemostasis. The tonsillar fossa randomly assigned to the treatment protocol (Group 1) was closed by sutures, following Surgicel application. The other side was unaltered and acted as the control (Group 2). Pain was evaluated every day for 10 days postoperatively, and bleeding was reported at any time. RESULTS A total of 760 patients (393 males, 367 females) between the ages of 4 and 35 years (mean age 13.46 ± 7.98) were included in the study. Bleeding was observed in 31 patients: 8 from Group 1; and 23 from Group 2 (95% confidence interval [CI], P < 0.05). The average pain score was greater in Group 1 than in Group 2 on each postoperative day (95% CI, P < 0.05). CONCLUSION Suturation plus Surgicel application increased pain levels while decreasing bleeding incidence during the postoperative period.
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Spaziani E, Di Filippo A, Francioni P, Spaziani M, De Cesare A, Picchio M. Subhepatic mass occurrence after using oxidized and regenerated cellulose polymer in laparoscopic cholecystectomy: a case series. Acta Chir Belg 2018; 118:48-51. [PMID: 28931346 DOI: 10.1080/00015458.2017.1379803] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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BACKGROUND Oxidized regenerated cellulose (ORC) is a bioabsorbable surgical hemostatic. We present the first prospective case series of circumscribed mass occurrence after using ORC in laparoscopic cholecystectomy. METHODS Tabotamp (Ethicon, Inc., Somerville, NJ) in the form of tightly woven knitted patches was used to achieve hemostasis in 83 patients submitted to LC. RESULTS A subhepatic mass was detected in five patients and radiologic characteristics were described. Abdominal contrast enhanced CT showed a heterogeneous soft-tissue mass. NMR was performed in one patient and showed a T2-weighted hyperintense mass. CONCLUSION ORC retention after surgery is not uncommon at long-term follow-up. The radiologic characteristics of a suspected ORC retention mass can differentiate it from a neoplastic lesion, so that surgery can be avoided.
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- Erasmo Spaziani
- Department of Surgery, Sapienza University of Rome, Polo Pontino, Terracina, Latina, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, Sapienza University of Rome, Polo Pontino, Terracina, Latina, Italy
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- Department of Radiology, Sapienza University of Rome, Polo Pontino, Terracina, Latina, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, Sapienza University of Rome, Polo Pontino, Terracina, Latina, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, Sapienza University of Rome, Polo Pontino, Terracina, Latina, Italy
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- Department of Surgery, “P. Colombo” Hospital, Velletri, Rome, Italy
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Wu Y, Wang F, Huang Y. Comparative Evaluation of Biological Performance, Biosecurity, and Availability of Cellulose-Based Absorbable Hemostats. Clin Appl Thromb Hemost 2018; 24:566-574. [PMID: 29363998 PMCID: PMC6714697 DOI: 10.1177/1076029617751177] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [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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Hemorrhage remains a leading cause of death after trauma, and developing a hemostat with excellent performance and good biosecurity is an extremely active area of research and commercial product development. Although oxidized regenerated cellulose (ORC) has been developed to address these problems, it is not always efficient and its biosecurity is not perfect. We aimed to refine ORC via a simple and mild neutralization method. The prepared neutralized oxidized regenerated cellulose (NORC) showed a superior gel property due to its chemical structure. The biological performance of both ORC and NORC was systematically evaluated; the results showed that ORC would induce erythema and edema in the irritation test, whereas NORC did not cause any adverse inflammation, indicating NORC had desirable biocompatibility. We further demonstrated that NORC confirmed to the toxicity requirements of International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards; however, ORC showed an unacceptable cytotoxicity. The rabbit hepatic defect model stated that NORC exhibited better ability of hemostasis, which was attributed to its significant gel performance in physiological environment.
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- Yadong Wu
- 1 MIIT Key Laboratory of Critical Materials Technology for New Energy Conversion and Storage, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Harbin Institute of Technology, Harbin, China
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- 1 MIIT Key Laboratory of Critical Materials Technology for New Energy Conversion and Storage, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Harbin Institute of Technology, Harbin, China
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- 1 MIIT Key Laboratory of Critical Materials Technology for New Energy Conversion and Storage, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Harbin Institute of Technology, Harbin, China
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Kim SH, Kim SH, Yoon HS, Kim HK, Kim KS. Efficacy of Oxidized Regenerated Cellulose, SurgiGuard®, in Porcine Surgery. Yonsei Med J 2017; 58:195-205. [PMID: 27873514 PMCID: PMC5122638 DOI: 10.3349/ymj.2017.58.1.195] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2016] [Revised: 06/10/2016] [Accepted: 07/18/2016] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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PURPOSE Adequate hemostasis is important for postoperative outcomes of abdominal surgery. This study evaluated the hemostatic effects and accompanying histopathological changes of a novel oxidized regenerated cellulose, SurgiGuard®, during abdominal surgery. MATERIALS AND METHODS Ten pigs underwent wedge resection of the spleen (1×1 cm) and liver (1.5×1.5 cm). The resected surface was covered with Surgicel® fabric or fibril type (Group A) or SurgiGuard® fabric or fibril type (Group B). Surgicel® and SurgiGuard® were randomized for attachment to the resected surface by fabric type (n=5) or fibril type (n=5). Blood loss was measured 5, 7, and 9 min after resection. Pigs were necropsied 6 weeks postoperatively to evaluate gross and histopathological changes. RESULTS There was no significant difference in total blood loss between groups [spleen fabric: Group A vs. Group B, 4.38 g (2.74-6.43) vs. 3.41 g (2.46-4.65), p=0.436; spleen fibril: Group A vs. Group B, 3.44 g (2.82-6.07) vs. 3.60 g (2.03-6.09), p=0.971; liver fabric: Group A vs. Group B, 4.51 g (2.67-10.61) vs. 6.93 g (3.09-9.95), p=0.796; liver fibril: Group A vs. Group B, 3.32 g (2.50-8.78) vs. 3.70 g (2.32-5.84), p=0.971]. Histopathological analysis revealed no significant difference in toxicities related to Surgicel® or SurgiGuard® [inflammation, fibrosis, foreign bodies, and hemorrhage (spleen: p=0.333, 0.127, 0.751, and 1.000; liver: p=0.155, 0.751, 1.000, and 1.000, respectively)]. CONCLUSION SurgiGuard® is as effective and non-toxic as Surgicel® in achieving hemostasis after porcine abdominal surgery.
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- Sung Hyun Kim
- Department of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Pathology, Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Quality Assurance, Samyang Biopharmaceuticals Corporation, Daejeon, Korea
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- Department of Research and Development, Medical Device Program, Samyang Biopharmaceuticals Corporation, Daejeon, Korea
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- Department of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.
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Lewis PB, Wilson ST, Kentala DR, Barry J, Lewis KM. Computed Tomographic Characterization of Traumastem-A New Oxidized Cellulose Hemostatic Agent. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2016; 2:175-178. [PMID: 30042962 PMCID: PMC6024394 DOI: 10.18383/j.tom.2016.00238] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/04/2022]
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Oxidized regenerated cellulose (ORC) is a commonly used surgical hemostatic agent. When retained at the surgical site, it is frequently misdiagnosed on postoperative computed tomography (CT) images as an abscess or a recurrent tumor. Oxidized nonregenerated cellulose (ONC) is a new, more effective version of ORC. It is more effective because of its unorganized fiber structure and greater material density, which may also alter its appearance on CT images relative to ORC. This image report compares the CT characteristics of ONC and ORC. A rabbit's bilateral femoral arteries were punctured to model peripheral vascular surgery. ORC was used to treat 1 of the femoral artery punctures and ONC to treat the contralateral puncture. Noncontrast CT imaging was performed immediately following surgery (day 0) and on postoperative day 14. On day 0, both ORC and ONC were isoattenuating relative to muscle and hyperattenuating to fat, although ONC appears more homogenous. On day 14, neither ORC nor ONC was clearly identifiable. Thus, postoperative retention of ONC can obscure immediate postoperative CT interpretation and, similar to ORC, lead to an erroneous diagnosis of an abscess. By day 14, ONC retention may not obscure CT interpretation. In noncontrast CT imaging, ONC appears more homogeneous than ORC, but is otherwise indistinguishable. The greater homogeneity of ONC may be caused by the unorganized fiber structure or greater material density. Intraoperative use of ONC should be clinically investigated before radiographically diagnosing a postoperative abscess or recurrent tumor.
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- Paul B Lewis
- Department of Radiology, Mercy Rockford Health System, Rockford, Illinois
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- Baxter Healthcare Corporation, Deerfield, Illinois
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Lemoy MJM, Schouten AC, Canfield DR. Granuloma Due to Oxidized Regenerated Cellulose in an Aged Rhesus Macaque (Macaca mulatta). Comp Med 2016; 66:59-62. [PMID: 26884411 PMCID: PMC4752037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2015] [Revised: 07/27/2015] [Accepted: 08/05/2015] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Bioabsorbable hemostatic agents such as oxidized regenerated cellulose are widely used to control intraoperative diffuse capillary bleeding. Compared with electrocautery or ligation, oxidized regenerated cellulose has the advantage of controlling bleeding without occluding the vessel lumen or causing thermal injuries to adjacent tissue. Although the manufacturer recommends removal of the material once hemostasis is achieved, oxidized regenerated cellulose is a bioabsorbable hemostatic agent and is often left in the surgical bed to prevent subsequent bleeding after surgical closure. However, noninvasive imaging techniques have revealed granulomatous foreign-body reactions that mimic infection or tumor recurrence. We present a case report of sterile peritonitis and granuloma formation secondary to the presence of oxidized regenerated cellulose after intestinal resection to excise a colonic adenocarcinoma in an aged rhesus macaque.
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- Marie-Josee Mf Lemoy
- Department of Primate Medicine, California National Primate Research Center, University of California, Davis, California, USA.
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- Department of Primate Medicine, California National Primate Research Center, University of California, Davis, California, USA
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- Department of Pathology, California National Primate Research Center, University of California, Davis, California, USA
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- Munazza Anis
- Department of Radiology, Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Hospital, Richmond, VA.
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- Department of Radiology, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
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Noszczyk BH, Kowalczyk T, Łyżniak M, Zembrzycki K, Mikułowski G, Wysocki J, Kawiak J, Pojda Z. Biocompatibility of electrospun human albumin: a pilot study. Biofabrication 2015; 7:015011. [PMID: 25727172 DOI: 10.1088/1758-5090/7/1/015011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Albumin is rarely used for electrospinning because it does not form fibres in its native globular form. This paper presents a novel method for electrospinning human albumin from a solution containing pharmaceutical grade protein and 25% polyethylene oxide (PEO) used as the fibre-forming agent. After spontaneous cross-linking at body temperature, with no further chemicals added, the fibres become insoluble and the excess PEO can be washed out. Albumin deposited along the fibres retains its native characteristics, such as its non-adhesiveness to cells and its susceptibility for degradation by macrophages. To demonstrate this we evaluated the mechanical properties, biocompatibility and biodegradability of this novel product. After subcutaneous implantation in mice, albumin mats were completely resorbable within six days and elicited only a limited local inflammatory response. In vitro, the mats suppressed cell attachment and migration. As this product is inexpensive, produced from human pharmaceutical grade albumin without chemical modifications, retains its native protein properties and fulfils the specific requirements for anti-adhesive dressings, its clinical use can be expedited. We believe that it could specifically be used when treating paediatric patients with epidermolysis bullosa, in whom non-healing wounds occur after minor hand injuries which lead to rapid adhesions and devastating contractures.
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- B H Noszczyk
- Department of Plastic Surgery, Medical Centre of Postgraduate Education, Warsaw, Poland
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