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Scarpetti L, Bello RJ, Chung SK, Hazeltine MD, Lindberg JM. Utility of ligamentum teres hepatis flap reinforcement to prevent postoperative pancreatic fistulas in robotic distal pancreatectomy. Am J Surg 2024; 236:115894. [PMID: 39146621 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2024.115894] [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: 03/29/2024] [Revised: 06/25/2024] [Accepted: 08/12/2024] [Indexed: 08/17/2024]
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BACKGROUND Postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF) is a significant contributor to morbidity and mortality after robotic distal pancreatectomy (RDP). Ligamentum teres hepatis (LTH) reinforcement of the pancreatic remnant may reduce the incidence of POPF. METHODS Patients ≥18 years old, who underwent RDP at the University of Massachusetts Memorial Medical Center from 01/01/2018-08/31/2022. Primary endpoint was POPF incidence. Secondary outcomes included peri- and postoperative variables. RESULTS Thirty-three patients underwent RDP, of which LTH reinforcement was used in 21 (64 %) cases. Six (18 %) patients developed a POPF. No association was identified between LTH flap reinforcement and POPF (OR 1.18, 95 % CI 0.18 to 7.85, p = 0.87). There were no peri- or postoperative complications related to ligamentum teres flap creation. CONCLUSIONS LTH reinforcement of the pancreatic remnant can be safely performed during RDP. Further studies are needed to assess the utility of this intervention to mitigate the risk of pancreatic fistula formation following RDP.
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- Lauren Scarpetti
- Department of Surgery, UMass Chan Medical School, Worcester, MA, USA.
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- Department of Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, USA
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- Department of Surgery, UMass Chan Medical School, Worcester, MA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, UMass Chan Medical School, Worcester, MA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, UMass Chan Medical School, Worcester, MA, USA.
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Di Benedetto M, Gramellini M, Bona S, Ridolfi C, Capretti G, Montorsi M. The use of Arista AH as a local haemostatic agent in distal splenopancreatectomy: report of two cases. Drugs Context 2024; 13:2023-11-4. [PMID: 38899279 PMCID: PMC11186596 DOI: 10.7573/dic.2023-11-4] [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: 11/20/2023] [Accepted: 05/02/2024] [Indexed: 06/21/2024] Open
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Bleeding is still one of the most feared intraoperative and postoperative complications that can lead to an increase in morbidity, mortality, length of hospital stay and costs. Nowadays, in addition to accurate surgical techniques, several local haemostatic agents are available and can be used in case of oozing bleeding. Herein, we report our experience with a ready-to-use polysaccharide powder in two patients undergoing distal splenopancreatectomy. Bleeding control was achieved in both cases. No patient showed postoperative bleeding, and no other complications were reported.
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- Mattia Di Benedetto
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, Milan, Italy
- Division of General and Digestive Surgery, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Pieve Emanuele, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, Milan, Italy
- Division of General and Digestive Surgery, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Pieve Emanuele, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, Milan, Italy
- Division of General and Digestive Surgery, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Pieve Emanuele, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, Milan, Italy
- Pancreatic Surgery Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Pieve Emanuele, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, Milan, Italy
- Pancreatic Surgery Unit, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Pieve Emanuele, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas University, Pieve Emanuele, Milan, Italy
- Division of General and Digestive Surgery, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Pieve Emanuele, Milan, Italy
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Walber JK, Antony P, Strothmann H, Kalkum E, Renzulli P, Hauswirth F, Probst P, Muller MK. Effect of artificial or autologous coverage of the pancreatic remnant or anastomosis on postoperative pancreatic fistulas after partial pancreatectomy: meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials. BJS Open 2024; 8:zrae059. [PMID: 38814751 PMCID: PMC11138960 DOI: 10.1093/bjsopen/zrae059] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2024] [Revised: 04/10/2024] [Accepted: 04/20/2024] [Indexed: 06/01/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Postoperative pancreatic fistulas remain a driver of major complications after partial pancreatectomy. It is unclear whether coverage of the anastomosis or pancreatic remnant can reduce the incidence of postoperative pancreatic fistulas. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of autologous or artificial coverage of the pancreatic remnant or anastomosis on outcomes after partial pancreatectomy. METHODS A systematic literature search was performed using MEDLINE and the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL) up to March 2024. All RCTs analysing a coverage method in patients undergoing partial pancreatoduodenectomy or distal pancreatectomy were included. The primary outcome was postoperative pancreatic fistula development. Subgroup analyses for pancreatoduodenectomy or distal pancreatectomy and artificial or autologous coverage were conducted. RESULTS A total of 18 RCTs with 2326 patients were included. In the overall analysis, coverage decreased the incidence of postoperative pancreatic fistulas by 29% (OR 0.71, 95% c.i. 0.54 to 0.93, P < 0.01). This decrease was also seen in the 12 RCTs covering the remnant after distal pancreatectomy (OR 0.69, 95% c.i. 0.51 to 0.94, P < 0.02) and the 4 RCTs applying autologous coverage after pancreatoduodenectomy and distal pancreatectomy (OR 0.53, 95% c.i. 0.29 to 0.96, P < 0.04). Other subgroup analyses (artificial coverage or pancreatoduodenectomy) showed no statistically significant differences. The secondary endpoints of mortality, reoperations, and re-interventions were each affected positively by the use of coverage techniques. The certainty of evidence was very low to moderate. CONCLUSION The implementation of coverage, whether artificial or autologous, is beneficial after partial pancreatectomy, especially in patients undergoing distal pancreatectomy with autologous coverage.
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- Jonas K Walber
- Department of Surgery, Cantonal Hospital Thurgau, Münsterlingen, Switzerland
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- Department of Surgery, Cantonal Hospital Thurgau, Münsterlingen, Switzerland
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- Department of Surgery, Cantonal Hospital Thurgau, Münsterlingen, Switzerland
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- Study Centre of the German Society of Surgery (SDGC), University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Surgery, Cantonal Hospital Thurgau, Münsterlingen, Switzerland
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- Department of Surgery, Cantonal Hospital Thurgau, Münsterlingen, Switzerland
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- Department of Surgery, Cantonal Hospital Thurgau, Frauenfeld, Switzerland
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- Department of Surgery, Cantonal Hospital Thurgau, Münsterlingen, Switzerland
- Department of Surgery, Cantonal Hospital Thurgau, Frauenfeld, Switzerland
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Holze M, Loos M, Hüttner F, Tenckhoff S, Feisst M, Knebel P, Klotz R, Mehrabi A, Michalski C, Pianka F. Cavitron ultrasonic surgical aspirator (CUSA) compared with conventional pancreatic transection in distal pancreatectomy: study protocol for the randomised controlled CUSA-1 pilot trial. BMJ Open 2024; 14:e082024. [PMID: 38637127 PMCID: PMC11029322 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-082024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/12/2023] [Accepted: 03/08/2024] [Indexed: 04/20/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF) remains the most common and serious complication after distal pancreatectomy. Many attempts at lowering fistula rates have led to unrewarding insignificant results as still up to 30% of the patients suffer from clinically relevant POPF. Therefore, the development of new innovative methods and procedures is still a cornerstone of current surgical research.The cavitron ultrasonic surgical aspirator (CUSA) device is a well-known ultrasound-based parenchyma transection method, often used in liver and neurosurgery which has not yet been thoroughly investigated in pancreatic surgery, but the first results seem very promising. METHODS The CUSA-1 trial is a randomised controlled pilot trial with two parallel study groups. This single-centre trial is assessor and patient blinded. A total of 60 patients with an indication for open distal pancreatectomy will be intraoperatively randomised after informed consent. The patients will be randomly assigned to either the control group with conventional pancreas transection (scalpel or stapler) or the experimental group, with transection using the CUSA device. The primary safety endpoint of this trial will be postoperative complications ≥grade 3 according to the Clavien-Dindo classification. The primary endpoint to investigate the effect will be the rate of POPF within 30 days postoperatively according to the ISGPS definition. Further perioperative outcomes, including postpancreatectomy haemorrhage, length of hospital stay and mortality will be analysed as secondary endpoints. DISCUSSION Based on the available literature, CUSA may have a beneficial effect on POPF occurrence after distal pancreatectomy. The rationale of the CUSA-1 pilot trial is to investigate the safety and feasibility of the CUSA device in elective open distal pancreatectomy compared with conventional dissection methods and gather the first data on the effect on POPF occurrence. This data will lay the groundwork for a future confirmatory multicentre randomised controlled trial. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION The CUSA-1 trial protocol was approved by the ethics committee of the University of Heidelberg (No. S-098/2022). Results will be published in an international peer-reviewed journal and summaries will be provided in lay language to study participants and their relatives. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER DRKS00027474.
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- Magdalena Holze
- Department of General, Visceral and Transplantation Surgery, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
- SDGC, The Study Centre of the German Surgical Society, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Transplantation Surgery, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Klinik für Allgemein-, Viszeral- und Thoraxchirurgie, Klinikum Nürnberg, Nurnberg, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Transplantation Surgery, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
- SDGC, The Study Centre of the German Surgical Society, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Institute for Medical Biometry, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Transplantation Surgery, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Transplantation Surgery, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
- SDGC, The Study Centre of the German Surgical Society, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Transplantation Surgery, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Transplantation Surgery, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Transplantation Surgery, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
- SDGC, The Study Centre of the German Surgical Society, Heidelberg, Germany
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Chaouch MA, Dziri C, Uranues S, Fingerhut A. Pancreatic stump closure after distal pancreatectomy: Systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials comparing non-autologous versus no reinforcement: Value of prediction intervals. Am J Surg 2024; 229:92-98. [PMID: 38184462 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2023.12.030] [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: 10/29/2023] [Revised: 12/17/2023] [Accepted: 12/30/2023] [Indexed: 01/08/2024]
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BACKGROUND This meta-analysis of randomized trials aimed to assess the benefits and harms of non-autologous versus no reinforcement of the pancreatic stump following distal pancreatectomy (DP). METHODS It was performed in accordance with PRISMA 2020 and AMSTAR 2 Guidelines. (registered in PROSPERO ID: EROCRD42021286863). RESULTS Nine relevant articles (between 2009 and 2021) were retrieved, comparing non-autologous reinforcement (757 patients) with non-reinforcement (740 patients) after PD. Pooled analysis showed a statistically significant lower rate of postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF) in the reinforcement group (RR = 0.677; 95 % CI [0.479, 0.956], p = 0.027). The 95 % predictive interval (0.267-1.718) showed heterogeneity. Non-autologous reinforcement other than with "Tachosil®" was effective (subgroup analysis). No statistically significant differences were found between the two groups with regard to secondary outcomes. CONCLUSIONS This meta-analysis showed that covering the stump with non-autologous reinforcement other than Tachosil® had a preventive effect on the onset of POPF.
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- Mohamed Ali Chaouch
- Department of Visceral & Digestive Surgery -Monastir Medical School -Monastir University, Tunisia.
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- Tunis University El Manar, Medical School of Tunis, Director of Honoris Medical Simulation Center, Tunis, Tunisia.
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- Section for Surgical Research, Department of Surgery, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria.
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- Section for Surgical Research, Department of Surgery, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria; Department of General Surgery, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai Minimally Invasive Surgery Center, Shanghai, PR China.
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Lai M, Zhou S, He S, Cheng Y, Cheng N, Deng Y, Ding X. Fibrin sealants for the prevention of postoperative pancreatic fistula following pancreatic surgery. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2023; 6:CD009621. [PMID: 37335216 PMCID: PMC10291948 DOI: 10.1002/14651858.cd009621.pub5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/21/2023]
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BACKGROUND Postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF) is one of the most frequent and potentially life-threatening complications following pancreatic surgery. Fibrin sealants have been used in some centres to reduce POPF rate. However, the use of fibrin sealant during pancreatic surgery is controversial. This is an update of a Cochrane Review last published in 2020. OBJECTIVES To evaluate the benefits and harms of fibrin sealant use for the prevention of POPF (grade B or C) in people undergoing pancreatic surgery compared to no fibrin sealant use. SEARCH METHODS We searched CENTRAL, MEDLINE, Embase, two other databases, and five trials registers on 09 March 2023, together with reference checking, citation searching, and contacting study authors to identify additional studies. SELECTION CRITERIA We included all randomised controlled trials (RCTs) that compared fibrin sealant (fibrin glue or fibrin sealant patch) versus control (no fibrin sealant or placebo) in people undergoing pancreatic surgery. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS We used standard methodological procedures expected by Cochrane. MAIN RESULTS We included 14 RCTs, randomising 1989 participants, comparing fibrin sealant use versus no fibrin sealant use for different locations: stump closure reinforcement (eight trials), pancreatic anastomosis reinforcement (five trials), or main pancreatic duct occlusion (two trials). Six RCTs were carried out in single centres; two in dual centres; and six in multiple centres. One RCT was conducted in Australia; one in Austria; two in France; three in Italy; one in Japan; two in the Netherlands; two in South Korea; and two in the USA. The mean age of the participants ranged from 50.0 years to 66.5 years. All RCTs were at high risk of bias. Application of fibrin sealants to pancreatic stump closure reinforcement after distal pancreatectomy We included eight RCTs involving 1119 participants: 559 were randomised to the fibrin sealant group and 560 to the control group after distal pancreatectomy. Fibrin sealant use may result in little to no difference in the rate of POPF (risk ratio (RR) 0.94, 95% confidence interval (CI) 0.73 to 1.21; 5 studies, 1002 participants; low-certainty evidence) and overall postoperative morbidity (RR 1.20, 95% CI 0.98 to 1.48; 4 studies, 893 participants; low-certainty evidence). After fibrin sealant use, approximately 199 people (155 to 256 people) out of 1000 developed POPF compared with 212 people out of 1000 when no fibrin sealant was used. The evidence is very uncertain about the effect of fibrin sealant use on postoperative mortality (Peto odds ratio (OR) 0.39, 95% CI 0.12 to 1.29; 7 studies, 1051 participants; very low-certainty evidence) and total length of hospital stay (mean difference (MD) 0.99 days, 95% CI -1.83 to 3.82; 2 studies, 371 participants; very low-certainty evidence). Fibrin sealant use may reduce the reoperation rate slightly (RR 0.40, 95% CI 0.18 to 0.90; 3 studies, 623 participants; low-certainty evidence). Serious adverse events were reported in five studies (732 participants), and there were no serious adverse events related to fibrin sealant use (low-certainty evidence). The studies did not report quality of life or cost-effectiveness. Application of fibrin sealants to pancreatic anastomosis reinforcement after pancreaticoduodenectomy We included five RCTs involving 519 participants: 248 were randomised to the fibrin sealant group and 271 to the control group after pancreaticoduodenectomy. The evidence is very uncertain about the effect of fibrin sealant use on the rate of POPF (RR 1.34, 95% CI 0.72 to 2.48; 3 studies, 323 participants; very low-certainty evidence), postoperative mortality (Peto OR 0.24, 95% CI 0.05 to 1.06; 5 studies, 517 participants; very low-certainty evidence), reoperation rate (RR 0.74, 95% CI 0.33 to 1.66; 3 studies, 323 participants; very low-certainty evidence), and total hospital cost (MD -1489.00 US dollars, 95% CI -3256.08 to 278.08; 1 study, 124 participants; very low-certainty evidence). After fibrin sealant use, approximately 130 people (70 to 240 people) out of 1000 developed POPF compared with 97 people out of 1000 when no fibrin sealant was used. Fibrin sealant use may result in little to no difference both in overall postoperative morbidity (RR 1.02, 95% CI 0.87 to 1.19; 4 studies, 447 participants; low-certainty evidence) and in total length of hospital stay (MD -0.33 days, 95% CI -2.30 to 1.63; 4 studies, 447 participants; low-certainty evidence). Serious adverse events were reported in two studies (194 participants), and there were no serious adverse events related to fibrin sealant use (very low-certainty evidence). The studies did not report quality of life. Application of fibrin sealants to pancreatic duct occlusion after pancreaticoduodenectomy We included two RCTs involving 351 participants: 188 were randomised to the fibrin sealant group and 163 to the control group after pancreaticoduodenectomy. The evidence is very uncertain about the effect of fibrin sealant use on postoperative mortality (Peto OR 1.41, 95% CI 0.63 to 3.13; 2 studies, 351 participants; very low-certainty evidence), overall postoperative morbidity (RR 1.16, 95% CI 0.67 to 2.02; 2 studies, 351 participants; very low-certainty evidence), and reoperation rate (RR 0.85, 95% CI 0.52 to 1.41; 2 studies, 351 participants; very low-certainty evidence). Fibrin sealant use may result in little to no difference in the total length of hospital stay (median 16 to 17 days versus 17 days; 2 studies, 351 participants; low-certainty evidence). Serious adverse events were reported in one study (169 participants; low-certainty evidence): more participants developed diabetes mellitus when fibrin sealants were applied to pancreatic duct occlusion, both at three months' follow-up (33.7% fibrin sealant group versus 10.8% control group; 29 participants versus 9 participants) and 12 months' follow-up (33.7% fibrin sealant group versus 14.5% control group; 29 participants versus 12 participants). The studies did not report POPF, quality of life, or cost-effectiveness. AUTHORS' CONCLUSIONS Based on the current available evidence, fibrin sealant use may result in little to no difference in the rate of POPF in people undergoing distal pancreatectomy. The evidence is very uncertain about the effect of fibrin sealant use on the rate of POPF in people undergoing pancreaticoduodenectomy. The effect of fibrin sealant use on postoperative mortality is uncertain in people undergoing either distal pancreatectomy or pancreaticoduodenectomy.
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- Mingliang Lai
- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Chongqing University Jiangjin Hospital, School of Medicine, Chongqing University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Bile Duct Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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Bachmann H, Dackam SVC, Hojski A, Jankovic J, Vogt DR, Wiese MN, Lardinois D. Neoveil versus TachoSil in the treatment of pulmonary air leak following open lung surgery: a prospective randomized trial. Eur J Cardiothorac Surg 2023; 63:6986130. [PMID: 36651370 PMCID: PMC9846424 DOI: 10.1093/ejcts/ezad003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2022] [Revised: 12/19/2022] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES Prolonged air leak (PAL) is often associated with pain and immobilization and is a major limiting factor for discharge from the hospital. The efficacy of 2 surgical patches was investigated in the treatment of air leak following open surgery. METHODS Forty-five patients were randomized in a 1:1 ratio either to treatment with Neoveil (polyglycolic acid) (n = 22) or TachoSil (collagen sponge) (n = 23). Air leak was monitored at 2, 4, 8, 12 and 24 h after surgery and then daily at 8 am and 6 pm, using a digital recording system. The primary outcome was the time to air leak closure. Secondary outcomes were incidence, air leak intensity, incidence of PAL and incidence of pneumonia. RESULTS Air leak 2 h after surgery was observed in 11/22 (50%) vs 14/23 (61%) patients treated with polyglycolic acid, respectively, with collagen sponge. On average, air loss within the first 24 h after surgery was lower and declined faster in patients treated with polyglycolic acid. Time to pulmonary air leak closure was somewhat shorter with polyglycolic acid (median [interquartile range] 10 [2, 52] h) compared to collagen sponge (19 [2, 141] h). However, the difference was not statistically significant (P = 0.35, Wilcoxon rank-sum test). PAL occurred in 3/22 (14%) vs 6/23 (26%) patients, and pneumonia occurred in 2/22 (9%) vs 3/23 (13%) patients treated with polyglycolic acid, respectively, collagen sponge. CONCLUSIONS Both systems are effective in the treatment of air leak. Our results suggest a possible superiority of Neoveil over TachoSil in post-surgery air leak control. CLINICAL TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER NCT04065880.
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, University Hospital Basel, Basel, Switzerland
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, University Hospital Basel, Basel, Switzerland
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- Department of Clinical Research, University Hospital and University of Basel, Basel, Switzerland
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, University Hospital Basel, Basel, Switzerland
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- Corresponding author. Department of Thoracic Surgery, University Hospital Basel, Spitalstrasse 12, 4031 Basel, Switzerland. Tel: +41-61-265-72-18; e-mail: (D. Lardinois)
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A randomized controlled trial of stapled versus ultrasonic transection in distal pancreatectomy. Surg Endosc 2022; 36:4033-4041. [PMID: 34518950 PMCID: PMC9085691 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-021-08724-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2021] [Accepted: 08/30/2021] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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BACKGROUND The pancreatic transection method during distal pancreatectomy is thought to influence postoperative fistula rates. Yet, the optimal technique for minimizing fistula occurrence is still unclear. The present randomized controlled trial compared stapled versus ultrasonic transection in elective distal pancreatectomy. METHODS Patients undergoing distal pancreatectomy from July 2018 to July 2020 at two high-volume institutions were considered for inclusion. Exclusion criteria were contiguous organ resection and a parenchymal thickness > 17 mm on intraoperative ultrasound. Eligible patients were randomized in a 1:1 ratio to stapled transection (Endo GIA Reinforced Reload with Tri-Staple Technology®) or ultrasonic transection (Harmonic Focus® + or Harmonic Ace® + shears). The primary endpoint was postoperative pancreatic fistula. Secondary endpoints included overall complications, abdominal collections, and length of hospital stay. RESULTS Overall, 72 patients were randomized in the stapled transection arm and 73 patients in the ultrasonic transection arm. Postoperative pancreatic fistula occurred in 23 patients (16%), with a comparable incidence between groups (12% in stapled transection versus 19% in ultrasonic dissection arm, p = 0.191). Overall complications did not differ substantially (35% in stapled transection versus 44% in ultrasonic transection arm, p = 0.170). There was an increased incidence of abdominal collections in the ultrasonic dissection group (32% versus 14%, p = 0.009), yet the need for percutaneous drain did not differ between randomization arms (p = 0.169). The median length of stay was 8 days in both groups (p = 0.880). Intraoperative blood transfusion was the only factor independently associated with postoperative pancreatic fistula on logistic regression analysis (OR 4.8, 95% CI 1.2-20.0, p = 0.032). CONCLUSION The present randomized controlled trial of stapled versus ultrasonic transection in elective distal pancreatectomy demonstrated no significant difference in postoperative pancreatic fistula rates and no substantial clinical impact on other secondary endpoints.
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Mori Y, Nakata K, Ideno N, Ikenaga N, Okabe Y, Nakamura M. Efficacy of Distal Pancreatectomy Combined With Modified DuVal Procedure in Patients With a High Risk of Postoperative Pancreatic Fistula. Am Surg 2021; 88:1244-1249. [PMID: 33566698 DOI: 10.1177/0003134821995088] [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: 11/17/2022]
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BACKGROUND The incidence of postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF) after distal pancreatectomy (DP) remains high. The present study aimed to clarify the efficacy of our modified DuVal (mDuVal) pancreatojejunostomy following DP in patients with a high risk of POPF. METHODS The medical records of 346 consecutive patients who underwent DP between 2006 and 2016 were retrospectively reviewed. Perioperative features were compared between 24 patients undergoing mDuVal (mDuVal group) and 322 patients undergoing standard DP (standard DP group). RESULTS Preoperative American Society of Anesthesiologists physical status 1 was more frequent in the standard group than in the mDuVal group (P = .02). The start of a solid diet after operation was significantly earlier in the mDuVal group than in the standard DP group (P = .01), while there were no significant differences between the groups for clinically relevant POPF, amylase concentration in the drainage fluid on postoperative day 1 and days 3-5, time to drain removal, additional intervention for POPF, overall complications, or postoperative hospital stay. DISCUSSION The mDuVal procedure could be an option for patients with a high risk of POPF to improve the outcomes after DP. Further investigation involving large study populations is necessary to clarify the efficacy of this procedure.
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- Yasuhisa Mori
- Departments of Surgery and Oncology, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, 12923Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan
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- Departments of Surgery and Oncology, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, 12923Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan
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- Departments of Surgery and Oncology, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, 12923Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan
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- Departments of Surgery and Oncology, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, 12923Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan
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- Departments of Surgery and Oncology, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, 12923Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan
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- Departments of Surgery and Oncology, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, 12923Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan
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Anterograde intraoperative pancreatic stent placement and round ligament patch to prevent pancreatic fistula after distal pancreatectomy. Cir Esp 2020; 99:374-378. [PMID: 33388136 DOI: 10.1016/j.ciresp.2020.11.016] [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: 09/17/2020] [Revised: 11/03/2020] [Accepted: 11/15/2020] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Postoperative pancreatic fistula in distal pancreatectomy is one of the most important complications in this surgery and it is associated with high morbidity and mortality. Pancreatic fistula after distal pancreatectomy remains an unsolved problem and none preventive procedure has been shown effectively. We present a new technique that combine pancreatic stent placement with round ligament autologous patch over pancreatic edge. A guide is introduced through Wirsung duct prior to stent placement. After stent assessment, Wirsung duct is closed. Finally, falciform ligament autologous patch is placed over pancreatic edge. After 6-8 weeks, the stent is removed by oral endoscopy. This technique introduces a new issue on the pancreatic fistula prevention.
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Han J, Ghodoussipour S, Kreydin EI, Doumanian L. Diagnosis and management of urethro-cavernosal fistulas. JOURNAL OF CLINICAL UROLOGY 2020. [DOI: 10.1177/2051415820921093] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Objective: To present a case series of urethro-cavernosal fistulas evaluating their diagnostic work-up and management. Methods: A literature search was performed using key words including “urethro-cavernosal fistula,” “urethral fistula,” and “cavernosal fistula.” Results: In total 10 case reports were identified and reviewed for information regarding clinical diagnosis, management, and long-term outcomes including success rates and complications. Conclusion: Urethro-cavernosal fistula is a rare urological condition. With few cases reported to date, there is considerable variation in diagnostic work-up and management. Both conservative and surgical approaches can be utilized in the management of urethro-cavernosal fistulas with good long-term outcomes. Level of evidence: Not applicable for this multicentre audit.
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- Jullet Han
- USC Institute of Urology, University of Southern California, USA
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- USC Institute of Urology, University of Southern California, USA
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Effect of Flowable Thrombin-Containing Collagen-Based Hemostatic Matrix for Preventing Pancreatic Fistula after Pancreatectomy: A Randomized Clinical Trial. J Clin Med 2020; 9:jcm9103085. [PMID: 32987876 PMCID: PMC7601002 DOI: 10.3390/jcm9103085] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2020] [Revised: 09/16/2020] [Accepted: 09/21/2020] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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Background: The aim of this study was to evaluate the safety and efficacy of a flowable hemostatic matrix, and their effects for postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF) after pancreatectomy. Methods: This was a randomized, clinical, single-center, single-blind (participant), non-inferiority, phase IV, and parallel-group trial. The primary endpoint was the incidence of POPF. The secondary endpoints were risk factors for POPF, drain removal days, incidence of complication, 90-day mortality, and length of hospital stay. Results: This study evaluated a total of 53 patients, of whom 26 patients were in the intervention group (flowable hemostatic matrix) and 27 patients were in the control group (thrombin-coated collagen patch). POPF was more common in the control group than in the intervention group (59.3% vs. 30.8%, p = 0.037). Among participants who underwent distal pancreatectomy, POPF (33.3% vs. 92.3%, p = 0.004), and clinically relevant POPF (8.3% vs. 46.2%, p = 0.027) was more common in the control group. A multivariate logistic regression model identified flowable hemostatic matrix use as an independent negative risk factor for POPF, especially in cases of distal pancreatectomy (DP) (odds ratio 17.379, 95% confidential interval 1.453–207.870, p = 0.024). Conclusion: Flowable hemostatic matrix application is a simple, feasible, and effective method of preventing POPF after pancreatectomy, especially for patients with DP. Non-inferiority was demonstrated in the efficacy of preventing POPF in the intervention group compared to the control group.
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The Effect of Fibrinogen/Thrombin-Coated Collagen Patch (TachoSil ®) Application in Pancreaticojejunostomy for Prevention of Pancreatic Fistula After Pancreaticoduodenectomy: A Randomized Clinical Trial. World J Surg 2020; 43:3128-3137. [PMID: 31502003 DOI: 10.1007/s00268-019-05172-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND Fibrin sealants and topical glue have been studied to reduce the incidence of postoperative pancreatic fistulas (POPF) after pancreatico-enteric anastomosis, but a definitive innovation is still needed. We aim to evaluate the effectiveness of fibrin sealant patch applied to pancreatico-enteric anastomosis to reduce postoperative complications, including POPF. METHODS This study was a single-center, prospective, randomized, phase IV trial involving three pancreaticobiliary surgeons. The primary outcome was POPF; secondary outcomes included complications, drain removal days, hospital stay, readmission rate, and cost. Risk factors for POPF were identified by logistic regression analysis. RESULTS A total of 124 patients were enrolled. Biochemical leakage (BL) or POPF occurred in 16 patients (25.8%) in the intervention group and 23 patients (37.1%) in the control group (no statistical significance). Clinically relevant POPF occurred in 4 patients (6.5%) in both the intervention and control groups (p = 1.000). Hospital stay (11.6 days vs. 12.1 days, p = 0.585) and drain removal days (5.7 days vs. 5.3 days, p = 0.281) were not statistically different between two groups. Complication rates were not different between the two groups (p = 0.506); nor were readmission rates (12.9% vs. 11.3%, p = 1.000) or cost ($13,549 vs. $15,038, p = 0.103). In multivariable analysis, age and soft pancreas texture were independent risk factors for BL or POPF in this study. Applying fibrin sealant patch is not a negative risk factor, but the p value may indicate a likelihood of reducing the incidence of BL (p = 0.084). CONCLUSIONS Fibrin sealant patches after pancreaticojejunostomy did not reduce the incidence of POPF or other postoperative complications. This study was registered at clinicaltrials.gov (NCT03269955).
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Deng Y, He S, Cheng Y, Cheng N, Gong J, Gong J, Zeng Z, Zhao L. Fibrin sealants for the prevention of postoperative pancreatic fistula following pancreatic surgery. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2020; 3:CD009621. [PMID: 32157697 PMCID: PMC7064369 DOI: 10.1002/14651858.cd009621.pub4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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BACKGROUND Postoperative pancreatic fistula is one of the most frequent and potentially life-threatening complications following pancreatic resections. Fibrin sealants have been used in some centers to reduce postoperative pancreatic fistula. However, the use of fibrin sealants during pancreatic surgery is controversial. This is an update of a Cochrane Review last published in 2018. OBJECTIVES To assess the safety, effectiveness, and potential adverse effects of fibrin sealants for the prevention of postoperative pancreatic fistula following pancreatic surgery. SEARCH METHODS We searched trial registers and the following biomedical databases: the Cochrane Library (2019, Issue 2), MEDLINE (1946 to 13 March2019), Embase (1980 to 11 March 2019), Science Citation Index Expanded (1900 to 13 March 2019), and Chinese Biomedical Literature Database (CBM) (1978 to 13 March 2019). SELECTION CRITERIA We included all randomised controlled trials that compared fibrin sealant (fibrin glue or fibrin sealant patch) versus control (no fibrin sealant or placebo) in people undergoing pancreatic surgery. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS Two review authors independently identified the trials for inclusion, collected the data, and assessed the risk of bias. We performed the meta-analyses using Review Manager 5. We calculated the risk ratio (RR) for dichotomous outcomes (or a Peto odds ratio (OR) for very rare outcomes), and the mean difference (MD) for continuous outcomes, with 95% confidence intervals (CIs). MAIN RESULTS We included 12 studies involving 1604 participants in the review. Application of fibrin sealants to pancreatic stump closure reinforcement after distal pancreatectomy We included seven studies involving 860 participants: 428 were randomised to the fibrin sealant group and 432 to the control group after distal pancreatectomy. Fibrin sealants may lead to little or no difference in postoperative pancreatic fistula (fibrin sealant 19.3%; control 20.1%; RR 0.96, 95% CI 0.68 to 1.35; 755 participants; four studies; low-quality evidence). Fibrin sealants may also lead to little or no difference in postoperative mortality (0.3% versus 0.5%; Peto OR 0.52, 95% CI 0.05 to 5.03; 804 participants; six studies; low-quality evidence), or overall postoperative morbidity (28.5% versus 23.2%; RR 1.23, 95% CI 0.97 to 1.58; 646 participants; three studies; low-quality evidence). We are uncertain whether fibrin sealants reduce reoperation rate (2.0% versus 3.8%; RR 0.51, 95% CI 0.15 to 1.71; 376 participants; two studies; very low-quality evidence) or length of hospital stay (MD 0.99 days, 95% CI -1.83 to 3.82; 371 participants; two studies; very low-quality evidence). The studies did not report serious adverse events, quality of life, or cost effectiveness. Application of fibrin sealants to pancreatic anastomosis reinforcement after pancreaticoduodenectomy We included four studies involving 393 participants: 186 were randomised to the fibrin sealant group and 207 to the control group after pancreaticoduodenectomy. We are uncertain whether fibrin sealants reduce postoperative pancreatic fistula (16.7% versus 11.7%; RR 1.14, 95% CI 0.28 to 4.69; 199 participants; two studies; very low-quality evidence). We are uncertain whether fibrin sealants reduce postoperative mortality (0.5% versus 2.4%; Peto OR 0.26, 95% CI 0.05 to 1.32; 393 participants; four studies; low-quality evidence) or length of hospital stay (MD 0.01 days, 95% CI -3.91 to 3.94; 323 participants; three studies; very low-quality evidence). There is probably little or no difference in overall postoperative morbidity (52.6% versus 50.3%; RR 1.04, 95% CI 0.87 to 1.24; 323 participants; three studies; moderate-quality evidence) between the groups. We are uncertain whether fibrin sealants reduce reoperation rate (5.2% versus 7.7%; RR 0.74, 95% CI 0.33 to 1.66; 323 participants; three studies, very low-quality evidence). The studies did not report serious adverse events, quality of life, or cost effectiveness. Application of fibrin sealants to pancreatic duct occlusion after pancreaticoduodenectomy We included two studies involving 351 participants: 188 were randomised to the fibrin sealant group and 163 to the control group after pancreaticoduodenectomy. Fibrin sealants may lead to little or no difference in postoperative mortality (8.4% versus 6.1%; Peto OR 1.41, 95% CI 0.63 to 3.13; 351 participants; two studies; low-quality evidence) or length of hospital stay (median 16 to 17 days versus 17 days; 351 participants; two studies; low-quality evidence). We are uncertain whether fibrin sealants reduce overall postoperative morbidity (32.0% versus 27.6%; RR 1.16, 95% CI 0.67 to 2.02; 351 participants; two studies; very low-quality evidence), or reoperation rate (13.6% versus 16.0%; RR 0.85, 95% CI 0.52 to 1.41; 351 participants; two studies; very low-quality evidence). Serious adverse events were reported in one study (169 participants; low-quality evidence): more participants developed diabetes mellitus when fibrin sealants were applied to pancreatic duct occlusion, both at three months' follow-up (33.7% fibrin sealant group versus 10.8% control group; 29 participants versus 9 participants) and 12 months' follow-up (33.7% fibrin sealant group versus 14.5% control group; 29 participants versus 12 participants). The studies did not report postoperative pancreatic fistula, quality of life, or cost effectiveness. AUTHORS' CONCLUSIONS Based on the current available evidence, fibrin sealants may have little or no effect on postoperative pancreatic fistula in people undergoing distal pancreatectomy. The effects of fibrin sealants on the prevention of postoperative pancreatic fistula are uncertain in people undergoing pancreaticoduodenectomy.
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- Yilei Deng
- The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou UniversityDepartment of Hepatopancreatobiliary SurgeryNo. 1, Jianshe East RoadZhengzhouHenan ProvinceChina450000
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- Chongqing Medical UniversityDepartment of Immunology, College of Basic MedicineNo. 1 Yixue RoadChongqingChina450000
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- The Second Affiliated Hospital, Chongqing Medical UniversityDepartment of Hepatobiliary SurgeryNo. 74, Lin Jiang Road, ChongqingChongqingChina400010
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- West China Hospital, Sichuan UniversityDepartment of Bile Duct SurgeryNo. 37, Guo Xue XiangChengduSichuanChina610041
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- The Second Affiliated Hospital, Chongqing Medical UniversityDepartment of Hepatobiliary SurgeryNo. 74, Lin Jiang Road, ChongqingChongqingChina400010
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- First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical UniversityOrgan Transplant CenterNo. 295, Xi Chang RoadKunmingYunnanChina650032
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- First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical UniversityOrgan Transplant CenterNo. 295, Xi Chang RoadKunmingYunnanChina650032
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou UniversityDepartment of Hepatopancreatobiliary SurgeryNo. 1, Jianshe East RoadZhengzhouHenan ProvinceChina450000
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Lee SC, Hong TH, Kim OH, Cho SJ, Kim KH, Song JS, Hwang KS, Jung JK, Hong HE, Seo H, Choi HJ, Ahn J, Lee TY, Rim E, Jung KY, Kim SJ. A Novel Way of Preventing Postoperative Pancreatic Fistula by Directly Injecting Profibrogenic Materials into the Pancreatic Parenchyma. Int J Mol Sci 2020; 21:ijms21051759. [PMID: 32143463 PMCID: PMC7084673 DOI: 10.3390/ijms21051759] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2019] [Revised: 02/18/2020] [Accepted: 02/27/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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This paper aims to validate if intrapancreatic injection of penicillin G can enhance hardness and suture holding capacity (SHC) of the pancreas through prompting the fibrosis process. Soft pancreatic texture is constantly mentioned as one of the most contributory predictors of postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF). Soft pancreas has poor SHC and higher incidence of parenchymal tearing, frequently leading to POPF. From a library of 114 antibiotic compounds, we identified that penicillin G substantially enhanced pancreatic hardness and SHC in experimental mice. Specifically, we injected penicillin G directly into the pancreas. On determined dates, we measured the pancreatic hardness and SHC, respectively, and performed molecular and histological examinations for estimation of the degree of fibrosis. The intrapancreatic injection of penicillin G activated human pancreatic stellate cells (HPSCs) to produce various fibrotic materials such as transforming growth factor-β1 (TGF-β1) and metalloproteinases-2. The pancreatic hardness and SHC were increased to the maximum at the second day after injection and then it gradually subsided demonstrating its reversibility. Pretreatment of mice with SB431542, an inhibitor of the TGF-β1 receptor, before injecting penicillin G intrapancreatically, significantly abrogated the increase of both pancreatic hardness and SHC caused by penicillin G. This suggested that penicillin G promotes pancreatic fibrosis through the TGF-β1 signaling pathway. Intrapancreatic injection of penicillin G promotes pancreatic hardness and SHC by enhancing pancreatic fibrosis. We thus think that penicillin G could be utilized to prevent and minimize POPF, after validating its actual effectiveness and safety by further studies.
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- Sang Chul Lee
- Department of Surgery, Daejeon St. Mary’s Hospital, College of Medicine, the Catholic University of Korea, Daejeon 34943, Korea;
- Catholic Central Laboratory of Surgery, Institute of Biomedical Industry, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Korea; (T.H.H.); (O.-H.K.); (K.-H.K.); (H.-E.H.); (H.S.)
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- Catholic Central Laboratory of Surgery, Institute of Biomedical Industry, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Korea; (T.H.H.); (O.-H.K.); (K.-H.K.); (H.-E.H.); (H.S.)
- Department of Surgery, Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Korea; (H.J.C.); (J.A.); (T.Y.L.)
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- Catholic Central Laboratory of Surgery, Institute of Biomedical Industry, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Korea; (T.H.H.); (O.-H.K.); (K.-H.K.); (H.-E.H.); (H.S.)
- Department of Surgery, Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Korea; (H.J.C.); (J.A.); (T.Y.L.)
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- College of Pharmacy, Chungbuk National University, Cheongju 28644, Korea; (S.J.C.); (J.-K.J.)
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- Catholic Central Laboratory of Surgery, Institute of Biomedical Industry, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Korea; (T.H.H.); (O.-H.K.); (K.-H.K.); (H.-E.H.); (H.S.)
- Department of Surgery, Uijeongbu St. Mary’s Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 11765, Korea
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- Bio & Drug Discovery Division, Korea Research Institute of Chemical Technology, Daejeon 34114, Korea; (J.S.S.); (K.-S.H.); (K.-Y.J.)
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- Bio & Drug Discovery Division, Korea Research Institute of Chemical Technology, Daejeon 34114, Korea; (J.S.S.); (K.-S.H.); (K.-Y.J.)
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- College of Pharmacy, Chungbuk National University, Cheongju 28644, Korea; (S.J.C.); (J.-K.J.)
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- Catholic Central Laboratory of Surgery, Institute of Biomedical Industry, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Korea; (T.H.H.); (O.-H.K.); (K.-H.K.); (H.-E.H.); (H.S.)
- Department of Surgery, Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Korea; (H.J.C.); (J.A.); (T.Y.L.)
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- Catholic Central Laboratory of Surgery, Institute of Biomedical Industry, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Korea; (T.H.H.); (O.-H.K.); (K.-H.K.); (H.-E.H.); (H.S.)
- Department of Surgery, Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Korea; (H.J.C.); (J.A.); (T.Y.L.)
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- Department of Surgery, Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Korea; (H.J.C.); (J.A.); (T.Y.L.)
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- Department of Surgery, Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Korea; (H.J.C.); (J.A.); (T.Y.L.)
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- Department of Surgery, Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Korea; (H.J.C.); (J.A.); (T.Y.L.)
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- Deparpment of Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacology, University of Science & Technology, Daejeon 34113, Korea;
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- Bio & Drug Discovery Division, Korea Research Institute of Chemical Technology, Daejeon 34114, Korea; (J.S.S.); (K.-S.H.); (K.-Y.J.)
- Deparpment of Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacology, University of Science & Technology, Daejeon 34113, Korea;
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- Catholic Central Laboratory of Surgery, Institute of Biomedical Industry, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Korea; (T.H.H.); (O.-H.K.); (K.-H.K.); (H.-E.H.); (H.S.)
- Department of Surgery, Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul 06591, Korea; (H.J.C.); (J.A.); (T.Y.L.)
- Correspondence: ; Fax: +822-535-0070
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Miyamoto R, Sano N, Maeda M, Inagawa S, Ohkohchi N. Modified Reinforced Staple Closure Technique Decreases Postoperative Pancreatic Fistula After Distal Pancreatectomy. Indian J Surg Oncol 2019; 10:587-593. [PMID: 31866728 DOI: 10.1007/s13193-019-00958-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/08/2018] [Accepted: 08/06/2019] [Indexed: 01/02/2023] Open
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Postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF) is a serious complication that can occur following distal pancreatectomy (DP). Recent studies demonstrated that the use of reinforced staplers with bioabsorbable mesh significantly reduced the incidence of POPF, although the safety and efficacy of this approach remain controversial. Therefore, we originally developed a modified closure technique that combines the use of a reinforced stapler with bioabsorbable mesh with suture closure of the main pancreatic duct. The aim of this study was to determine whether our closure technique is predictive of POPF after DP. Fifty-nine consecutive patients who underwent DP were retrospectively enrolled. Based on the closure technique, we divided the cohort into a suture group (group A; n = 39) and a modified closure group (group B; n = 20). Using multivariate analysis, surgical closure techniques, including our method, and other well-known POPF risk factors were independently assessed. Multivariate logistic regression analysis identified no pathological fibrosis (odds ratio [OR], 5.41; p < 0.01), body mass index (> 25 kg/m2) (OR, 3.01; p = 0.02), and pancreatic stump closure technique (group A) (OR, 2.04; p = 0.01) as independent risk factors for POPF. The present study indicated that our modified closure technique is an additional useful technique to reduce POPF after DP.
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- Ryoichi Miyamoto
- 1Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Tsukuba Medical Center Hospital, 1-3-1 Amakubo, Tsukuba, Ibaraki 305-8558 Japan
- 2Department of Surgery, Division of Gastroenterological and Hepatobiliary Surgery and Organ Transplantation, University of Tsukuba, 1-1-1 Tennodai, Tsukuba, Ibaraki 305-8575 Japan
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- 1Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Tsukuba Medical Center Hospital, 1-3-1 Amakubo, Tsukuba, Ibaraki 305-8558 Japan
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- 1Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Tsukuba Medical Center Hospital, 1-3-1 Amakubo, Tsukuba, Ibaraki 305-8558 Japan
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- 1Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Tsukuba Medical Center Hospital, 1-3-1 Amakubo, Tsukuba, Ibaraki 305-8558 Japan
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- 2Department of Surgery, Division of Gastroenterological and Hepatobiliary Surgery and Organ Transplantation, University of Tsukuba, 1-1-1 Tennodai, Tsukuba, Ibaraki 305-8575 Japan
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Di Donato V, Bardhi E, Tramontano L, Capomacchia FM, Palaia I, Perniola G, Plotti F, Angioli R, Giancotti A, Muzii L, Panici PB. Management of morbidity associated with pancreatic resection during cytoreductive surgery for epithelial ovarian cancer: A systematic review. Eur J Surg Oncol 2019; 46:694-702. [PMID: 31806515 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejso.2019.11.516] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2019] [Revised: 11/09/2019] [Accepted: 11/18/2019] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION In ovarian cancer (OC), survival benefit in case of complete cytoreduction with absence of residual tumor has been clearly demonstrated; however, it often requires extensive surgery. Particularly, pancreatic resection during cytoreduction, may severely impact perioperative morbidity and mortality. OBJECTIVES The aim of this systematic review is to evaluate complication rates and related optimal management of ovarian cancer patients undergoing pancreatic resection as part of cytoreductive surgery. METHODS Literature was searched for relevant records reporting distal pancreatectomy for advanced ovarian cancer. All cohorts were rated for quality. We focused our analysis on complications related to pancreatic surgical procedures evaluating the following outcomes: pancreatic fistula (PF), abdominal abscess, pancreatitis, iatrogenic diabetes, hemorrhage from splenic vessels and pancreatic-surgery-related mortality. RESULTS The most frequent complication reported was PF. Similar rates of PF were reported after hand-sewn (20%) or stapled closure (24%). Continued drainage is the standard treatment, and often, the leak can be managed conservatively and does not require re-intervention. Abdominal abscess is the second most frequent complication and generally follows a non-adequately drained PF and often required re-laparotomy. Pancreatitis is a rare event that could be treated conservatively; however, death can occur in case of necrotic evolution. Cases of post-operative hemorrhage due to splenic vessel bleeding have been described and represent an emergency. CONCLUSIONS Knowledge of pancreatic surgery and management of possible complications ought to be present in the oncologic-gynecologic armamentarium. All patients should be referred to specialized, dedicated, tertiary centers in order to reduce, promptly recognize and optimally manage complications.
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- Violante Di Donato
- Department of Maternal and Child Health and Urological Sciences, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Policlinico Umberto I, Viale Del Policlinico 155, 00161, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Maternal and Child Health and Urological Sciences, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Policlinico Umberto I, Viale Del Policlinico 155, 00161, Rome, Italy.
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- Department of Maternal and Child Health and Urological Sciences, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Policlinico Umberto I, Viale Del Policlinico 155, 00161, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Maternal and Child Health and Urological Sciences, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Policlinico Umberto I, Viale Del Policlinico 155, 00161, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Maternal and Child Health and Urological Sciences, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Policlinico Umberto I, Viale Del Policlinico 155, 00161, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Maternal and Child Health and Urological Sciences, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Policlinico Umberto I, Viale Del Policlinico 155, 00161, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Gynecology, University of Rome "Campus Bio-Medico", Via Álvaro Del Portillo, 21, 00128, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Gynecology, University of Rome "Campus Bio-Medico", Via Álvaro Del Portillo, 21, 00128, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Maternal and Child Health and Urological Sciences, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Policlinico Umberto I, Viale Del Policlinico 155, 00161, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Maternal and Child Health and Urological Sciences, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Policlinico Umberto I, Viale Del Policlinico 155, 00161, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Maternal and Child Health and Urological Sciences, "Sapienza" University of Rome, Policlinico Umberto I, Viale Del Policlinico 155, 00161, Rome, Italy
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Laparoscopic Distal Pancreatectomy With Peritoneal Staple-line Reinforcement: A Novel Technique (With Video). Surg Laparosc Endosc Percutan Tech 2019; 29:e65-e68. [DOI: 10.1097/sle.0000000000000698] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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Reinforced stapler versus ultrasonic dissector for pancreatic transection and stump closure for distal pancreatectomy: A propensity matched analysis. Surgery 2019; 166:271-276. [DOI: 10.1016/j.surg.2019.02.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2018] [Revised: 02/12/2019] [Accepted: 02/15/2019] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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Kawaida H, Kono H, Hosomura N, Amemiya H, Itakura J, Fujii H, Ichikawa D. Surgical techniques and postoperative management to prevent postoperative pancreatic fistula after pancreatic surgery. World J Gastroenterol 2019; 25:3722-3737. [PMID: 31391768 PMCID: PMC6676555 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v25.i28.3722] [Citation(s) in RCA: 101] [Impact Index Per Article: 20.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/19/2019] [Revised: 06/20/2019] [Accepted: 06/26/2019] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF) is one of the most severe complications after pancreatic surgeries. POPF develops as a consequence of pancreatic juice leakage from a surgically exfoliated surface and/or anastomotic stump, which sometimes cause intraperitoneal abscesses and subsequent lethal hemorrhage. In recent years, various surgical and perioperative attempts have been examined to reduce the incidence of POPF. We reviewed several well-designed studies addressing POPF-related factors, such as reconstruction methods, anastomotic techniques, stent usage, prophylactic intra-abdominal drainage, and somatostatin analogs, after pancreaticoduodenectomy and distal pancreatectomy, and we assessed the current status of POPF. In addition, we also discussed the current status of POPF in minimally invasive surgeries, laparoscopic surgeries, and robotic surgeries.
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- Hiromichi Kawaida
- First Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Yamanashi, Yamanashi 409-3898, Japan
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- First Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Yamanashi, Yamanashi 409-3898, Japan
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- First Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Yamanashi, Yamanashi 409-3898, Japan
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- First Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Yamanashi, Yamanashi 409-3898, Japan
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- First Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Yamanashi, Yamanashi 409-3898, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Kofu Manicipal Hospital, Yamanashi 400-0832, Japan
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- First Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Yamanashi, Yamanashi 409-3898, Japan
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Chikhladze S, Makowiec F, Küsters S, Riediger H, Sick O, Fichtner-Feigl S, Hopt UT, Wittel UA. The rate of postoperative pancreatic fistula after distal pancreatectomy is independent of the pancreatic stump closure technique - A retrospective analysis of 284 cases. Asian J Surg 2019; 43:227-233. [PMID: 30982560 DOI: 10.1016/j.asjsur.2019.03.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2019] [Revised: 02/06/2019] [Accepted: 03/07/2019] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Many techniques have been developed to prevent postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF) after distal pancreatectomy, but POPF rates remain high. The aim of our study was to analyze POPF occurrence after closure of the pancreatic remnant by different operative techniques. METHODS Between 2006 and 2017, 284 patients underwent distal pancreatectomy in our institution. For subgroup analysis the patients were divided into hand-sewn (n = 201) and stapler closure (n = 52) groups. The hand-sewn closure was performed in three different ways (fishmouth-technique, n = 27; interrupted transpancreatic U-suture technique, n = 77; common interrupted suture, n = 97). All other techniques were summarized in a separate group (n = 31). Results were gained by analysis of our prospective pancreatic database. RESULTS The median age was 63 (range 23-88) years. 74 of 284 patients (26%) were operated with spleen preservation (similar rates in subgroups). ASA-classes, median BMI as well as frequencies of malignant diseases, chronic pancreatitis, alcohol and nicotine abuse were also comparable in the subgroups. Neither the rates of overall POPF (fishmouth-technique 30%, common interrupted suture 40%, stapler closure 33% and interrupted U-suture 38%) nor the rates of POPF grades B and C showed significant differences in the subgroups. However is shown to be associated with pancreatic function and parenchymal texture. CONCLUSION In our experience the technique of pancreatic stump closure after distal resection did not influence postoperative pancreatic fistula rate. As a consequence patient specific reasons rather than surgical techniques may be responsible for POPF formation after distal pancreatectomy.
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- S Chikhladze
- Medical Center - University of Freiburg, Center for Surgery, Department of General and Visceral Surgery, Germany.
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- Medical Center - University of Freiburg, Center for Surgery, Department of General and Visceral Surgery, Germany
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- Medical Center - University of Freiburg, Center for Surgery, Department of General and Visceral Surgery, Germany
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- Medical Center - University of Freiburg, Center for Surgery, Department of General and Visceral Surgery, Germany
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- Medical Center - University of Freiburg, Center for Surgery, Department of General and Visceral Surgery, Germany
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- Medical Center - University of Freiburg, Center for Surgery, Department of General and Visceral Surgery, Germany
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- Medical Center - University of Freiburg, Center for Surgery, Department of General and Visceral Surgery, Germany
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- Medical Center - University of Freiburg, Center for Surgery, Department of General and Visceral Surgery, Germany
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2-octyl cyanoacrylate sealing of the pancreatic remnant after distal pancreatectomy - A prospective pilot study. PLoS One 2018; 13:e0205748. [PMID: 30325942 PMCID: PMC6191135 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0205748] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2018] [Accepted: 09/25/2018] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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Background Postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF) remains a frequent problem especially after distal pancreatectomy. The application of 2-octyl cyanoacrylate showed promising results in the reduction of POPF after pancreatoduodenectomy prompting an expansion of this technique to distal pancreatectomy. Thus, the objective of the current study was to assess safety, feasibility and preliminary efficacy of an intraoperative 2-octyl cyanoacrylate application after distal pancreatectomy. Methods Between April 2015 and June 2016 adult patients scheduled for elective distal pancreatectomy were considered eligible for the study. It was planned to include a total of 35 patients. After distal pancreatectomy with hand-sewn closure of the pancreatic remnant, a 2-octyl cyanoacrylate surgical glue was applied to the cut surface of the pancreas. Patients were followed up for three months with main focus on safety in terms of (serious) adverse events. Further endpoints included POPF, other pancreas-specific and surgical complications. Results 15 patients were included in the study because the manufacturer stopped production and distribution of the investigational device thereafter. There was a total of ten serious adverse events but no device-related events and no mortality. The serious adverse events depicted a typical safety profile after distal pancreatectomy. POPF occurred in five cases (33.3%), delayed gastric emptying and post-pancreatectomy haemorrhage in two cases respectively (13.3%). Conclusions Application of 2-octyl cyanoacrylate to the pancreatic remnant after distal pancreatectomy seems feasible and safe. The planned evaluation of preliminary efficacy was not possible due to the inadvertent early termination and subsequent small sample size of the study. Novel techniques for prevention and therapy of POPF should be evaluated in future trials.
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Gong J, He S, Cheng Y, Cheng N, Gong J, Zeng Z. Fibrin sealants for the prevention of postoperative pancreatic fistula following pancreatic surgery. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2018; 6:CD009621. [PMID: 29934987 PMCID: PMC6513198 DOI: 10.1002/14651858.cd009621.pub3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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BACKGROUND Postoperative pancreatic fistula is one of the most frequent and potentially life-threatening complications following pancreatic resections. Fibrin sealants are introduced to reduce postoperative pancreatic fistula by some surgeons. However, the use of fibrin sealants during pancreatic surgery is controversial. This is an update of a Cochrane Review last published in 2016. OBJECTIVES To assess the safety, effectiveness, and potential adverse effects of fibrin sealants for the prevention of postoperative pancreatic fistula following pancreatic surgery. SEARCH METHODS We searched trial registers and the following biomedical databases: the Cochrane Library (2018, Issue 4), MEDLINE (1946 to 12 April 2018), Embase (1980 to 12 April 2018), Science Citation Index Expanded (1900 to 12 April 2018), and Chinese Biomedical Literature Database (CBM) (1978 to 12 April 2018). SELECTION CRITERIA We included all randomized controlled trials that compared fibrin sealant (fibrin glue or fibrin sealant patch) versus control (no fibrin sealant or placebo) in people undergoing pancreatic surgery. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS Two review authors independently identified the trials for inclusion, collected the data, and assessed the risk of bias. We performed the meta-analyses using Review Manager 5. We calculated the risk ratio (RR) for dichotomous outcomes (or a Peto odds ratio (OR) for very rare outcomes), and the mean difference (MD) for continuous outcomes, with 95% confidence intervals (CIs). MAIN RESULTS We included 11 studies involving 1462 participants in the review.Application of fibrin sealants to pancreatic stump closure reinforcement after distal pancreatectomyWe included seven studies involving 860 participants: 428 were randomized to the fibrin sealant group and 432 to the control group after distal pancreatectomy. Fibrin sealants may lead to little or no difference in postoperative pancreatic fistula (fibrin sealant 19.3%; control 20.1%; RR 0.96, 95% CI 0.68 to 1.35; 755 participants; four studies; low-quality evidence). Fibrin sealants may also lead to little or no difference in postoperative mortality (0.3% versus 0.5%; Peto OR 0.52, 95% CI 0.05 to 5.03; 804 participants; six studies; low-quality evidence), or overall postoperative morbidity (28.5% versus 23.2%; RR 1.23, 95% CI 0.97 to 1.58; 646 participants; three studies; low-quality evidence). We are uncertain whether fibrin sealants reduce reoperation rate (2.0% versus 3.8%; RR 0.51, 95% CI 0.15 to 1.71; 376 participants; two studies; very low-quality evidence). There is probably little or no difference in length of hospital stay between the groups (12.1 days versus 11.4 days; MD 0.32 days, 95% CI -1.06 to 1.70; 755 participants; four studies; moderate-quality evidence). The studies did not report serious adverse events, quality of life, or cost effectiveness.Application of fibrin sealants to pancreatic anastomosis reinforcement after pancreaticoduodenectomyWe included three studies involving 251 participants: 115 were randomized to the fibrin sealant group and 136 to the control group after pancreaticoduodenectomy. We are uncertain whether fibrin sealants reduce postoperative pancreatic fistula (1.6% versus 6.2%; RR 0.25, 95% CI 0.01 to 5.06; 57 participants; one study; very low-quality evidence). Fibrin sealants may lead to little or no difference in postoperative mortality (0.1% versus 0.7%; Peto OR 0.15, 95% CI 0.00 to 7.76; 251 participants; three studies; low-quality evidence) or length of hospital stay (12.8 days versus 14.8 days; MD -1.58 days, 95% CI -3.96 to 0.81; 181 participants; two studies; low-quality evidence). We are uncertain whether fibrin sealants reduce overall postoperative morbidity (33.7% versus 34.7%; RR 0.97, 95% CI 0.65 to 1.45; 181 participants; two studies; very low-quality evidence), or reoperation rate (7.6% versus 9.2%; RR 0.83, 95% CI 0.33 to 2.11; 181 participants; two studies, very low-quality evidence). The studies did not report serious adverse events, quality of life, or cost effectiveness.Application of fibrin sealants to pancreatic duct occlusion after pancreaticoduodenectomyWe included two studies involving 351 participants: 188 were randomized to the fibrin sealant group and 163 to the control group after pancreaticoduodenectomy. Fibrin sealants may lead to little or no difference in postoperative mortality (8.4% versus 6.1%; Peto OR 1.41, 95% CI 0.63 to 3.13; 351 participants; two studies; low-quality evidence) or length of hospital stay (17.0 days versus 16.5 days; MD 0.58 days, 95% CI -5.74 to 6.89; 351 participants; two studies; low-quality evidence). We are uncertain whether fibrin sealants reduce overall postoperative morbidity (32.0% versus 27.6%; RR 1.16, 95% CI 0.67 to 2.02; 351 participants; two studies; very low-quality evidence), or reoperation rate (13.6% versus 16.0%; RR 0.85, 95% CI 0.52 to 1.41; 351 participants; two studies; very low-quality evidence). Serious adverse events were reported in one study: more participants developed diabetes mellitus when fibrin sealants were applied to pancreatic duct occlusion, both at three months' follow-up (33.7% fibrin sealant group versus 10.8% control group; 29 participants versus 9 participants) and 12 months' follow-up (33.7% fibrin sealant group versus 14.5% control group; 29 participants versus 12 participants). The studies did not report postoperative pancreatic fistula, quality of life, or cost effectiveness. AUTHORS' CONCLUSIONS Based on the current available evidence, fibrin sealants may have little or no effect on postoperative pancreatic fistula in people undergoing distal pancreatectomy. The effects of fibrin sealants on the prevention of postoperative pancreatic fistula are uncertain in people undergoing pancreaticoduodenectomy.
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- Junhua Gong
- First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical UniversityOrgan Transplant CenterNo. 295, Xi Chang RoadKunmingChina650032
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- Chongqing Medical UniversityDepartment of Immunology, College of Basic MedicineNo. 1 Yixue RoadChongqingChina450000
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- The Second Affiliated Hospital, Chongqing Medical UniversityDepartment of Hepatobiliary SurgeryChongqingChina
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- West China Hospital, Sichuan UniversityDepartment of Bile Duct SurgeryNo. 37, Guo Xue XiangChengduChina610041
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- The Second Affiliated Hospital, Chongqing Medical UniversityDepartment of Hepatobiliary SurgeryChongqingChina
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- First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical UniversityOrgan Transplant CenterNo. 295, Xi Chang RoadKunmingChina650032
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Schindl M, Függer R, Götzinger P, Längle F, Zitt M, Stättner S, Kornprat P, Sahora K, Hlauschek D, Gnant M. Randomized clinical trial of the effect of a fibrin sealant patch on pancreatic fistula formation after pancreatoduodenectomy. Br J Surg 2018; 105:811-819. [PMID: 29664999 PMCID: PMC5989938 DOI: 10.1002/bjs.10840] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2017] [Revised: 11/15/2017] [Accepted: 01/23/2018] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Background The potential for a fibrin sealant patch to reduce the risk of postoperative pancreatic fistula (POPF) remains uncertain. The aim of this study was to evaluate whether a fibrin sealant patch is able to reduce POPF in patients undergoing pancreatoduodenectomy with pancreatojejunostomy. Methods In this multicentre trial, patients undergoing pancreatoduodenectomy were randomized to receive either a fibrin patch (patch group) or no patch (control group), and stratified by gland texture, pancreatic duct size and neoadjuvant treatment. The primary endpoint was POPF. Secondary endpoints included complications, drain‐related factors and duration of hospital stay. Risk factors for POPF were identified by logistic regression analysis. Results A total of 142 patients were enrolled. Forty‐five of 71 patients (63 per cent) in the patch group and 40 of 71 (56 per cent) in the control group developed biochemical leakage or POPF (P = 0·392). Fistulas were classified as grade B or C in 16 (23 per cent) and ten (14 per cent) patients respectively (P = 0·277). There were no differences in postoperative complications (54 patients in patch group and 50 in control group; P = 0·839), drain amylase concentration (P = 0·494), time until drain removal (mean(s.d.) 11·6(1·0) versus 13·3(1·3) days; P = 0·613), fistula closure (17·6(2·2) versus 16·5(2·1) days; P = 0·740) and duration of hospital stay (22·1(2·2) versus 18·2(0·9) days; P = 0·810) between the two groups. Multivariable logistic regression analysis confirmed that obesity (odds ratio (OR) 5·28, 95 per cent c.i. 1·20 to 23·18; P = 0·027), soft gland texture (OR 9·86, 3·41 to 28·54; P < 0·001) and a small duct (OR 5·50, 1·84 to 16·44; P = 0·002) were significant risk factors for POPF. A patch did not reduce the incidence of POPF in patients at higher risk. Conclusion The use of a fibrin sealant patch did not reduce the occurrence of POPF and complications after pancreatoduodenectomy with pancreatojejunostomy. Registration number: 2013‐000639‐29 (EudraCT register). Not effective in reducing complications
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- M Schindl
- Department of Surgery, Medical University of Vienna - General Hospital, Vienna, Austria
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- Department of Surgery, Hospital Elisabethinen, Linz, Austria
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- Department of Surgery, University Hospital St Pölten, St Pölten, Austria
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- Department of Surgery, State Hospital Wiener Neustadt, Wiener Neustadt, Austria
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- Department of Surgery, Medical University of Innsbruck, Innsbruck, Austria.,Department of Surgery, District Hospital Dornbirn, Dornbirn, Austria
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- Department of Surgery, Medical University of Innsbruck, Innsbruck, Austria.,Department of Surgery, Medical University of Salzburg, Salzburg, Austria
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- Department of Surgery, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria
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- Department of Surgery, Medical University of Vienna - General Hospital, Vienna, Austria
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- Department of Statistics, Austrian Breast and Colorectal Cancer Study Group, Vienna, Austria
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- Department of Surgery, Medical University of Vienna - General Hospital, Vienna, Austria
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[Closure of pancreas stump after distal and segmental resection : Suture, stapler, coverage or anastomosis?]. Chirurg 2018; 88:25-29. [PMID: 27778058 DOI: 10.1007/s00104-016-0301-3] [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] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Postoperative pancreatic fistulas represent the most frequent complication after distal and segmental pancreatectomy and occur with a frequency of up to 50 %. There are many technical variations of pancreatic stump treatment for reduction of fistula rates after distal resection. Most of these techniques have only been analyzed in retrospective studies and the evidence for or against a specific technique is low. Several retrospective trials have been conducted with good results to compare suturing with stapled closure of the remnant and to assess the effect of a vascularized falciform ligament patch in reducing postoperative pancreatic fistula; however, in a recently published randomized trial, which analyzed closure of the remnant with a pancreaticojejunostomy compared to standard closure, these results could not be confirmed. Because stapler resection and closure is the most commonly used technique in laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy, there are a large number of studies which assessed various novel methods of improving stapling. Extended stapler compression time and mesh augmentation of the stapler line can be valid methods to reduce fistula rates. Central pancreatectomy is a relatively rarely used procedure where the right-sided pancreatic remnant is closed in the same fashion as during distal pancreatectomy and the left-sided remnant is connected to the intestines with a pancreaticojejunostomy or pancreaticogastrostomy. In conclusion, postoperative pancreatic fistula rates are still a relevant clinical problem after distal pancreatectomy and further studies on potentially improved novel techniques are required.
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Goossen K, Tenckhoff S, Probst P, Grummich K, Mihaljevic AL, Büchler MW, Diener MK. Optimal literature search for systematic reviews in surgery. Langenbecks Arch Surg 2017; 403:119-129. [PMID: 29209758 DOI: 10.1007/s00423-017-1646-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 188] [Impact Index Per Article: 26.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2017] [Accepted: 11/27/2017] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND The aim of the present study was to determine empirically which electronic databases contribute best to a literature search in surgical systematic reviews. METHODS For ten published systematic reviews, the systematic literature searches were repeated in the databases MEDLINE, Web of Science, CENTRAL, and EMBASE. On the basis of these reviews, a gold standard set of eligible articles was created. Recall (%), precision (%), unique contribution (%), and numbers needed to read (NNR) were calculated for each database, as well as for searches of citing references and of the reference lists of related systematic reviews (hand search). RESULTS CENTRAL yielded the highest recall (88.4%) and precision (8.3%) for randomized controlled trials (RCT), MEDLINE for non-randomized studies (NRS; recall 92.6%, precision 5.2%). The most effective combination of two databases plus hand searching for RCT was MEDLINE/CENTRAL (98.6% recall, NNR 97). Adding EMBASE marginally increased the recall to 99.3%, but with an NNR of 152. For NRS, the most effective combination was MEDLINE/Web of Science (99.5% recall, NNR 60). CONCLUSIONS For surgical systematic reviews, the optimal literature search for RCT employs MEDLINE and CENTRAL. For surgical systematic reviews of NRS, Web of Science instead of CENTRAL should be searched. EMBASE does not contribute substantially to reviews with a surgical intervention.
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- Käthe Goossen
- Study Center of the German Surgical Society (SDGC), Im Neuenheimer Feld 130.3, 69120, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Study Center of the German Surgical Society (SDGC), Im Neuenheimer Feld 130.3, 69120, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Study Center of the German Surgical Society (SDGC), Im Neuenheimer Feld 130.3, 69120, Heidelberg, Germany.,Department of General, Visceral and Transplantation Surgery, University Hospital Heidelberg, Im Neuenheimer Feld 110, 69120, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Study Center of the German Surgical Society (SDGC), Im Neuenheimer Feld 130.3, 69120, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Study Center of the German Surgical Society (SDGC), Im Neuenheimer Feld 130.3, 69120, Heidelberg, Germany.,Department of General, Visceral and Transplantation Surgery, University Hospital Heidelberg, Im Neuenheimer Feld 110, 69120, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Transplantation Surgery, University Hospital Heidelberg, Im Neuenheimer Feld 110, 69120, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Study Center of the German Surgical Society (SDGC), Im Neuenheimer Feld 130.3, 69120, Heidelberg, Germany. .,Department of General, Visceral and Transplantation Surgery, University Hospital Heidelberg, Im Neuenheimer Feld 110, 69120, Heidelberg, Germany.
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Höhn P, Buchholz M, Majchrzak B, Uhl W, Braumann C, Chromik AM. The Physiological Incubation Biosimulator (PIBS): An Improved Ex Vivo Experimental Setup for the Mechanical Stability of Biological Sealants in Surgical Procedures. Surg Innov 2017; 24:214-222. [PMID: 28492352 DOI: 10.1177/1553350617697181] [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: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND Tissue-bound fibrin sealants are used in a wide array of surgical procedures. The microenvironmental interaction between sealant and application site is often poorly evaluated due to a lack of suitable experimental models. METHODS A physiological incubation biosimulator (PIBS) was developed to test biological sealants in an ex vivo setup under physiological conditions comparable to the microenvironment at application site (temperature, humidity, pressure). PIBS was validated by a study on the effectiveness of TachoSil for leak closure at pancreatic resection sites. Defined defects in a thoracic membrane of porcine origin were sealed by TachoSil. Integrity of the sealing was tested in the presence of active pancreatic fluid over 60 minutes. Heat-inactivated pancreatic fluid and electrolyte solution served as controls. The time to leakage was recorded and experimental groups were analyzed by Kaplan-Meier analysis. RESULTS PIBS produced reliable results. TachoSil lead to a leakage rate of 96% after incubation with active pancreatic fluid (p = 34), which was significantly higher compared with heat-inactivated pancreatic fluid (p = 34, 52%) or electrolyte solution (p = 20, 19%). CONCLUSION PIBS is an effective tool to evaluate microenvironmental effects on the adhesive strength of biomaterials. Tissue sealing effect of TachoSil is diminished in a "pancreatic" microenvironment rich with pancreatic enzymes. Our results might therefore explain the reason of the findings of randomized controlled trials recently published on this subject.
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- Philipp Höhn
- 1 St Josef-Hospital, Ruhr-University Bochum, Bochum, Germany
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- 1 St Josef-Hospital, Ruhr-University Bochum, Bochum, Germany
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- 1 St Josef-Hospital, Ruhr-University Bochum, Bochum, Germany
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- 1 St Josef-Hospital, Ruhr-University Bochum, Bochum, Germany
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Hüttner FJ, Probst P, Knebel P, Strobel O, Hackert T, Ulrich A, Büchler MW, Diener MK. Meta-analysis of prophylactic abdominal drainage in pancreatic surgery. Br J Surg 2017; 104:660-668. [PMID: 28318008 DOI: 10.1002/bjs.10505] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2016] [Revised: 10/11/2016] [Accepted: 01/09/2017] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND Intra-abdominal drains are frequently used after pancreatic surgery whereas their benefit in other gastrointestinal operations has been questioned. The objective of this meta-analysis was to compare abdominal drainage with no drainage after pancreatic surgery. METHODS PubMed, the Cochrane Library and Web of Science electronic databases were searched systematically to identify RCTs comparing abdominal drainage with no drainage after pancreatic surgery. Two independent reviewers critically appraised the studies and extracted data. Meta-analyses were performed using a random-effects model. Odds ratios (ORs) were calculated to aggregate dichotomous outcomes, and weighted mean differences for continuous outcomes. Summary effect measures were presented together with their 95 per cent confidence intervals. RESULTS Some 711 patients from three RCTs were included. The 30-day mortality rate was 2·0 per cent in the drain group versus 3·4 per cent after no drainage (OR 0·68, 95 per cent c.i. 0·26 to 1·79; P = 0·43). The morbidity rate was 65·6 per cent in the drain group and 62·0 per cent in the no-drain group (OR 1·17, 0·86 to 1·60; P = 0·31). Clinically relevant pancreatic fistulas were seen in 11·5 per cent of patients in the drain group and 9·5 per cent in the no-drain group. Reinterventions, intra-abdominal abscesses and duration of hospital stay also showed no significant difference between the two groups. CONCLUSION Pancreatic resection with, or without abdominal drainage results in similar rates of mortality, morbidity and reintervention.
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- F J Hüttner
- Department of General, Visceral and Transplantation Surgery, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany.,Study Centre of the German Surgical Society, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Transplantation Surgery, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Transplantation Surgery, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Transplantation Surgery, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Transplantation Surgery, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Transplantation Surgery, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Transplantation Surgery, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Transplantation Surgery, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany.,Study Centre of the German Surgical Society, University of Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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