Human acellular dermal matrix: an innovative tool for diaphragmatic reconstruction in patients with large intra-abdominal tumors - 19/08/11
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Background |
Patients presenting with large intra-abdominal tumors often require multivisceral organ resection including partial or complete hemidiaphragm excision to achieve complete gross and microscopic tumor resection.
Methods |
The ideal surgical approach to the repair of major diaphragmatic defects, particularly in a contaminated surgical field, is not well defined, but the use of prosthetic mesh in these situations is contraindicated.
Results |
We report our experience using human acellular dermal matrix for the repair of large diaphragmatic defects in these patients.
Conclusions |
Human acellular dermal matrix is a safe and effective option in the surgical reconstruction of diaphragmatic defects in patients with large intra-abdominal tumors.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Human acellular dermal matrix, Diaphragm repair, Retroperitoneal tumors
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Vol 199 - N° 1
P. e12-e16 - janvier 2010 Retour au numéro
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