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Santucci W, Choy A, Cheng Q, Ward S, Winter N, Hii MW. Small bowel obstruction secondary to barbed sutures in bariatric surgery: a cautionary tale. ANZ J Surg 2024. [PMID: 38407555 DOI: 10.1111/ans.18892] [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: 10/03/2023] [Revised: 01/09/2024] [Accepted: 01/22/2024] [Indexed: 02/27/2024]
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BACKGROUND Laparoscopic bariatric surgery relies on technically challenging intracorporeal suturing for critical parts of the operation. Barbed sutures have been developed to provide an alternative to suturing for certain manoeuvres within a procedure. Barbed sutures theoretically negate the need for knot tying and allow for continuous application of tension; however the barbs can unintentionally adhere to surrounding tissues. We describe a case series of three patients who developed V-Loc™ (barbed) suture related small bowel obstruction (SBO) to promote awareness of this unusual but preventable complication. METHODS Medical records of patients diagnosed with V-Loc™ related SBO between 2018 and 2021 at a tertiary centre were reviewed. Data regarding presentation, diagnosis, management and outcomes were obtained. RESULTS Three patients were identified where V-Loc™ sutures were aetiologically related to early post-surgical small bowel obstruction secondary to small bowel adherence to barbed suture tail or adhesions between barbed suture tail and unintended viscera. In these cases, non-absorbable V-Loc™ sutures were used to close the small bowel mesenteric defect at Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery. All patients required adhesiolysis at re-look laparoscopy prior to resolution. All patients were discharged home well after relook laparoscopy. CONCLUSION Overly long or exposed V-Loc™ suture tails can result in SBO following laparoscopic bariatric surgery. Cutting the suture tail as close as practical to the final throw of the suture and/or covering exposed suture ends may prevent this complication.
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- Walter Santucci
- Department of Hepatobiliary and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery, St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne, Fitzroy, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Hepatobiliary and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery, St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne, Fitzroy, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Hepatobiliary and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery, St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne, Fitzroy, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Hepatobiliary and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery, St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne, Fitzroy, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Hepatobiliary and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery, St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne, Fitzroy, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Hepatobiliary and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery, St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne, Fitzroy, Victoria, Australia
- The Department of Surgery, The University of Melbourne, St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne, Fitzroy, Victoria, Australia
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Costa G, Garbarino GM, Lepre L, Liotta G, Mazzoni G, Gabrieli A, Costa A, Podda M, Sganga G, Fransvea P. Laparoscopic Treatment of Perforated Peptic Ulcer: A Propensity Score-Matched Comparison of Interrupted Stitches Repair versus Knotless Barbed Suture. J Clin Med 2024; 13:1242. [PMID: 38592114 PMCID: PMC10931710 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13051242] [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: 01/03/2024] [Revised: 01/26/2024] [Accepted: 02/19/2024] [Indexed: 04/10/2024] Open
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Background: Peptic ulcers result from imbalanced acid production, and in recent decades, proton pump inhibitors have proven effective in treating them. However, perforated peptic ulcers (PPU) continue to occur with a persistent high mortality rate when not managed properly. The advantages of the laparoscopic approach have been widely acknowledged. Nevertheless, concerning certain technical aspects of this method, such as the best gastrorrhaphy technique, the consensus remains elusive. Consequently, the choice tends to rely on individual surgical experiences. Our study aimed to compare interrupted stitches versus running barbed suture for laparoscopic PPU repair. Methods: We conducted a retrospective study utilizing propensity score matching analysis on patients who underwent laparoscopic PPU repair. Patients were categorised into two groups: Interrupted Stitches Suture (IStiS) and Knotless Suture (KnotS). We then compared the clinical and pathological characteristics of patients in both groups. Results: A total of 265 patients underwent laparoscopic PPU repair: 198 patients with interrupted stitches technique and 67 with barbed knotless suture. Following propensity score matching, each group (IStiS and KnotS) comprised 56 patients. The analysis revealed that operative time did not differ between groups: 87.9 ± 39.7 vs. 92.8 ± 42.6 min (p = 0.537). Postoperative morbidity (24.0% vs. 32.7%, p = 0.331) and Clavien-Dindo III (10.7% vs. 5.4%, p = 0.489) were more frequently observed in the KnotS group, without any significant difference. In contrast, we found a slightly higher mortality rate in the IStiS group (10.7% vs. 7.1%, p = 0.742). Concerning leaks, no differences emerged between groups (3.6% vs. 5.4%, p = 1.000). Conclusions: Laparoscopic PPU repair with knotless barbed sutures is a non-inferior alternative to interrupted stitches repair. Nevertheless, further research such as randomised trials, with a standardised treatment protocol according to ulcer size, are required to identify the best gastrorraphy technique.
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- Gianluca Costa
- Surgery Center, Colorectal Surgery Research Unit, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Campus Bio-Medico, University Campus Bio-Medico of Rome, 00128 Rome, Italy;
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- General and Emergency Surgery Unit, Santo Spirito in Sassia Hospital, ASL Roma 1, 00193 Rome, Italy;
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- General and Emergency Surgery Unit, Palestrina Hospital, ASL Roma 6, 00036 Palestrina, Italy
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- General Surgery Unit, G.B. Grassi Hospital, ASL Roma 3, 00122 Rome, Italy
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- Department of General Surgery, Cattinara University Hospital, Azienda Sanitaria Universitaria Giuliano Isontina, 34148 Trieste, Italy;
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- UniCamillus School of Medicine, Saint Camillus International University of Health and Medical Sciences, 00131 Rome, Italy
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- Department of Surgical Science, University of Cagliari, 09124 Cagliari, Italy;
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- Emergency Surgery and Trauma, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario “A. Gemelli” IRCCS, Catholic University of Sacred Heart, 00135 Rome, Italy (P.F.)
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- Emergency Surgery and Trauma, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario “A. Gemelli” IRCCS, Catholic University of Sacred Heart, 00135 Rome, Italy (P.F.)
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Wang L, Maejima T, Fukahori S. A Novel Hidden Stitching Method for Preventing Complications in Laparoscopic Hernia Repair. Am Surg 2023; 89:4321-4326. [PMID: 35695170 DOI: 10.1177/00031348221101593] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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PURPOSE Barbed suture provides a rapid and effective method for closure in minimally invasive surgery. However, postoperative complications involving barbed suture have been reported in recent years. The aim of this study is to introduce a novel hidden stitching technique for peritoneal closure in laparoscopic hernia repair. METHOD This study retrospectively analyzed the data of patients with laparoscopic transabdominal preperitoneal patch (TAPP). In the hidden stitch (HS) group, the barbed suture was hidden on the dorsal side of the peritoneum and two stitches were returned in the opposite direction after the suture reached the end point. In the non-hidden stitch (NHS) group, the barbed sutured was exposed in the peritoneal cavity with a tail stump of approximately 10 mm preserved to prevent the peritoneal sutures from loosening. RESULTS Twenty-seven patients in the HS group were compared with 53 in the NHS group. There were no differences in age, body mass index, surgical bleeding, or length of hospital stay between the two groups. The peritoneal defect closure time was slightly longer (3 min) in the HS group, but the overall operation time was not significantly extended. There were 8 cases of postoperative complications (P = .035) including 4 cases of bowel obstruction due to the tail of the barbed thread penetrating the small intestine mesenteric and two cases of seroma. There were no postoperative complications in the HS group. CONCLUSIONS The hidden stitch method is a safe and feasible peritoneal closure technique that may reduce postoperative complications caused by barbed suture in laparoscopic hernia repair.
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- Liming Wang
- Department of Surgery, Sapporo Higashi Tokushukai Hospital, Sapporo, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Sapporo Higashi Tokushukai Hospital, Sapporo, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Sapporo Higashi Tokushukai Hospital, Sapporo, Japan
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Varshney P, N V, Varshney VK, Soni S, B S, Agarwal L, Swami A. Laparoscopic Witzel feeding jejunostomy: a procedure overlooked! JOURNAL OF MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY 2023; 26:28-34. [PMID: 36936038 PMCID: PMC10020746 DOI: 10.7602/jmis.2023.26.1.28] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2023] [Revised: 03/06/2023] [Accepted: 03/11/2023] [Indexed: 03/18/2023]
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Purpose Feeding jejunostomy (FJ) is a critical procedure to establish a source of enteral nutrition for upper gastrointestinal disorders. Minimally invasive surgery has the inherent benefit of better patient outcomes, less postoperative pain, and early discharge. This study aims to describe our total laparoscopic technique of Witzel FJ and to compare its outcome with its open counterpart. Methods A retrospective database analysis was performed in patients who underwent laparoscopic (n = 20) and open (n = 21) FJ as a stand-alone procedure from July 2018 to July 2022. A readily available nasogastric tube (Ryles tube) and routine laparoscopic instruments were used to perform laparoscopic FJ. Perioperative data and postoperative outcomes were analyzed. Results Baseline preoperative variables were comparable in both groups. The median operative duration in the laparoscopic FJ group was 180 minutes vs. 60 minutes in the open FJ group (p = 0.01). Postoperative length of hospital stay was 3 days vs. 4 days in the laparoscopic and open FJ groups, respectively (p = 0.08). Four patients in the open FJ group suffered from an immediate postoperative complication (none in the laparoscopic FJ group). After a median follow-up of 10 months, fewer patients in the laparoscopic FJ group had complications such as tube clogging, tube dislodgement, surgical-site infection, and small bowel obstruction. Conclusion Laparoscopic FJ with the Witzel technique is a safe and feasible procedure with a comparable outcome to the open technique. Patient selection is vital to overcome the initial learning curve.
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- Peeyush Varshney
- Department of Surgical Gastroenterology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Jodhpur, India
- Corresponding author Peeyush Varshney, Department of Surgical Gastroenterology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Basni Industrial Area Phase II, Jodhpur 342005, India, E-mail: , ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6276-1890
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- Department of Surgical Gastroenterology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Jodhpur, India
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- Department of Surgical Gastroenterology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Jodhpur, India
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- Department of Surgical Gastroenterology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Jodhpur, India
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- Department of Surgical Gastroenterology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Jodhpur, India
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- Department of Surgical Gastroenterology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Jodhpur, India
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- Department of Surgical Gastroenterology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Jodhpur, India
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Wang L, Maejima T, Fukahori S, Nishihara S, Yoshikawa D, Kono T. Bowel obstruction and perforation secondary to barbed suture after minimally invasive inguinal hernia repair: report of two cases and literature review. Surg Case Rep 2021; 7:161. [PMID: 34255201 PMCID: PMC8276904 DOI: 10.1186/s40792-021-01249-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2021] [Accepted: 07/08/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Laparoscopic transabdominal preperitoneal patch (TAPP) is now commonly used in the repair of inguinal hernia. Barbed suture can be a fast and effective method of peritoneal closure. We report two rare cases of small bowel obstruction and perforation caused by barbed suture after TAPP. CASES Patient 1 is a 45-year-old man who underwent laparoscopic repair of a right inguinal hernia. Barbed suture was used to close the peritoneal defect. At 47 days after the operation, he was diagnosed with a small bowel obstruction caused by an elongated tail of the barbed suture. Emergency laparoscopic exploration was performed for removal of the embedded suture and detorsion of the volvulus. The second patient is a 50-year-old man who was admitted with a small bowel perforation one week after TAPP herniorrhaphy. Emergency exploration revealed that the tail of the barbed suture had pierced the small intestine, causing a tiny perforation. After cutting and releasing the redundant tail of the barbed suture, the serosal and muscular defect was closed with 2 absorbable single-knot sutures. Both patients have recovered well. Finally, we searched the PubMed database and reviewed the literature on the effectiveness and safety of barbed suture for TAPP. CONCLUSIONS Surgeons should understand the characteristics of barbed suture and master the technique of peritoneum closure during TAPP in order to reduce the risk of bowel obstruction and perforation.
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- Liming Wang
- Department of Surgery, Sapporo Higashi Tokushukai Hospital, 3-1, N-33, E-14, Higahi-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido, 0650033, Japan.
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- Department of Surgery, Sapporo Higashi Tokushukai Hospital, 3-1, N-33, E-14, Higahi-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido, 0650033, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Sapporo Higashi Tokushukai Hospital, 3-1, N-33, E-14, Higahi-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido, 0650033, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Sapporo Higashi Tokushukai Hospital, 3-1, N-33, E-14, Higahi-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido, 0650033, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Sapporo Higashi Tokushukai Hospital, 3-1, N-33, E-14, Higahi-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido, 0650033, Japan
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- Department of Surgery, Sapporo Higashi Tokushukai Hospital, 3-1, N-33, E-14, Higahi-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido, 0650033, Japan
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Kim DW, Song S, Jee YS. Duet laparoscopic repair with knotless barbed sutures for treatment of perforated peptic ulcer: reality in general surgery with lacking of manpower. ANNALS OF TRANSLATIONAL MEDICINE 2021; 9:311. [PMID: 33708938 PMCID: PMC7944262 DOI: 10.21037/atm-20-3496] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Background Perforated peptic ulcer (PPU) is a fatal complication of peptic ulcer disease, which requires emergency surgery. Laparoscopic repair is the widely accepted and effective method for the treatment of PPU. The aim of this study was to evaluate the safety and efficacy of duet laparoscopic repair of PPU with knotless barbed sutures. Methods From January 2013 to May 2019, 40 patients with PPU underwent laparoscopic primary repair and omentopexy at the Dankook University Hospital. The operative outcomes and complications of patients undergoing surgery using continuous suturing with absorbable knotless barbed sutures (group A, n=15) were compared with those undergoing surgery with conventional interrupted sutures (group B, n=25). Results The mean operative time was significantly shorter in group A than group B (84.4±39.8 vs. 104.2±49.4 min, P<0.001). There were no differences in other operative outcomes or postoperative complications (group A vs. group B, 20.0% vs. 24.0%, respectively; P=0.249) between the two groups. The mean operation time spent for laparoscopic sutures and omentopexy was 22.7 minutes. Conclusions The findings of the current study, albeit performed retrospectively at a single institution, suggested that duet laparoscopic repair of PPU with knotless barbed sutures might be considered as an alternative option, especially in hospitals lacking manpower.
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- Dong-Wook Kim
- Department of Surgery, Dankook University College of Medicine, Chungnam, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Dankook University College of Medicine, Chungnam, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Dankook University College of Medicine, Chungnam, Republic of Korea
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Tsai HI, Chou TC, Yu MC, Yeh CN, Peng MT, Hsieh CH, Su PJ, Wu CE, Kuo YC, Chiu CC, Lee CW. Purely laparoscopic feeding jejunostomy: a procedure which deserves more attention. BMC Surg 2021; 21:37. [PMID: 33441134 PMCID: PMC7805100 DOI: 10.1186/s12893-021-01050-4] [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: 06/08/2020] [Accepted: 01/04/2021] [Indexed: 01/17/2023] Open
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Background Laparoscopic procedure has inherent merits of smaller incisions, better cosmesis, less postoperative pain, and earlier recovery. In the current study, we presented our method of purely laparoscopic feeding jejunostomy and compared its results with that of conventional open approach. Methods We retrospectively reviewed our patients from 2012 to 2019 who had received either laparoscopic jejunostomy (LJ, n = 29) or open ones (OJ, n = 94) in Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou. Peri-operative data and postoperative outcomes were analyzed. Results In the current study, we employed 3-0 Vicryl, instead of V-loc barbed sutures, for laparoscopic jejunostomy. The mean operative duration of LJ group was about 30 min longer than the OJ group (159 ± 57.2 mins vs 128 ± 34.6 mins; P = 0.001). There were no intraoperative complications reported in both groups. The patients in the LJ group suffered significantly less postoperative pain than in the OJ group (mean NRS 2.03 ± 0.9 vs. 2.79 ± 1.2; P = 0.002). The majority of patients in both groups received early enteral nutrition (< 48 h) after the operation (86.2% vs. 74.5%; P = 0.143). Conclusions Our study demonstrated that purely laparoscopic feeding jejunostomy is a safe and feasible procedure with less postoperative pain and excellent postoperative outcome. It also provides surgeons opportunities to enhance intracorporeal suture techniques.
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- Hsin-I Tsai
- Department of Anesthesiology, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou Medical Center, Guishan, Taoyuan, Taiwan, Republic of China.,College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Guishan, Taoyuan, Taiwan, Republic of China.,Graduate Institute of Clinical Medical Sciences, Chang Gung University, Guishan, Taoyuan, Taiwan, Republic of China
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- Department of Surgery, Keelung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Keelung, Taiwan, Republic of China
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- College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Guishan, Taoyuan, Taiwan, Republic of China.,Graduate Institute of Clinical Medical Sciences, Chang Gung University, Guishan, Taoyuan, Taiwan, Republic of China.,Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou Medical Center, No.5, Fuxing St., Guishan Dist., Taoyuan, 33305, Taiwan, Republic of China.,Department of Surgery, New Taipei Municipal Tu-Cheng Hospital (Built and Operated By Chang Gung Medical Foundation), Tu-Cheng, New Taipei City, Taiwan, Republic of China
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- College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Guishan, Taoyuan, Taiwan, Republic of China.,Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou Medical Center, No.5, Fuxing St., Guishan Dist., Taoyuan, 33305, Taiwan, Republic of China
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- Department of Hematology-Oncology, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou Medical Center, Guishan, Taoyuan, Taiwan, Republic of China
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- College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Guishan, Taoyuan, Taiwan, Republic of China.,Department of Hematology-Oncology, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou Medical Center, Guishan, Taoyuan, Taiwan, Republic of China.,Division of Hematology and Oncology, Department of Internal Medicine, New Taipei Municipal Tu-Cheng Hospital (Built and Operated by Chang Gung Medical Foundation), Tu-Cheng, New Taipei City, Taiwan, Republic of China
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- College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Guishan, Taoyuan, Taiwan, Republic of China.,Department of Hematology-Oncology, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou Medical Center, Guishan, Taoyuan, Taiwan, Republic of China.,Graduate Institute of Data Science, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, Taiwan, Republic of China
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- College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Guishan, Taoyuan, Taiwan, Republic of China.,Department of Hematology-Oncology, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou Medical Center, Guishan, Taoyuan, Taiwan, Republic of China
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- College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Guishan, Taoyuan, Taiwan, Republic of China.,Graduate Institute of Clinical Medical Sciences, Chang Gung University, Guishan, Taoyuan, Taiwan, Republic of China.,Department of Hematology-Oncology, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou Medical Center, Guishan, Taoyuan, Taiwan, Republic of China
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- Department of Nursing, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou Medical Center, Guishan, Taoyuan, Taiwan, Republic of China
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- College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Guishan, Taoyuan, Taiwan, Republic of China. .,Graduate Institute of Clinical Medical Sciences, Chang Gung University, Guishan, Taoyuan, Taiwan, Republic of China. .,Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou Medical Center, No.5, Fuxing St., Guishan Dist., Taoyuan, 33305, Taiwan, Republic of China.
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Giusto G, Iussich S, Tursi M, Perona G, Gandini M. Comparison of two different barbed suture materials for end-to-end jejuno-jejunal anastomosis in pigs. Acta Vet Scand 2019; 61:3. [PMID: 30611301 PMCID: PMC6321647 DOI: 10.1186/s13028-018-0437-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2017] [Accepted: 12/27/2018] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Hand-sewn intestinal anastomoses are a fundamental procedure in both open and laparoscopic intestinal surgery. Self-retaining barbed suture devices have been tested for a variety of surgical applications. With the exception of clinical reports and various experimental studies on enterotomy, little has been published so far on the use of barbed suture for end-to-end intestinal anastomoses. The aim of the study was to compare two different barbed suture materials for end-to-end jejuno-jejunal anastomosis in pigs. End-to-end jejuno-jejunal anastomosis were performed with unidirectional barbed (A group), bidirectional barbed (B group) or normal (C group) sutures in each animal. A comparison was then made between the groups based on adhesions scoring, suturing time, bursting pressure and histopathology. RESULTS Mean construction times in the A group (518 ± 40 s) and in the B group (487 ± 45 s) were significantly lower than in the C group (587 ± 63 s) but were not different between A and B group (P = 0.10). Mean bursting pressures were significantly higher in the intact intestine (197 ± 13 mmHg) than in any other group (group A 150 ± 16 mmHg, group B 145 ± 22 mmHg, group C 145 ± 24 mmHg). Among anastomotic techniques, the bursting pressures were not significantly different. Histologically no difference could be detected in the grade of inflammation, collagen deposition and neovascularization at the anastomotic sites. CONCLUSIONS Barbed sutures can be effectively used for handsewn end-to-end jejunojejunal anastomosis in pigs. They are comparable to normal suture but could provide a shorter surgical time.
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Robotic Posterior Suturepexy for Colonic Prolapse Two Years After Transanal Total Mesorectal Excision for Low Rectal Cancer. Dis Colon Rectum 2018; 61:1454. [PMID: 30399050 DOI: 10.1097/dcr.0000000000001197] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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Smeak DD, Turner H, Hoon-Hanks L. Intramural Abscess Causing Obstruction at a Previous Jejunal Enterotomy Site in a Dog. J Am Anim Hosp Assoc 2018; 54:e54506. [PMID: 30039998 DOI: 10.5326/jaaha-ms-6653] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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This case report documents a novel late surgical complication in a 2 yr old dog following an enterotomy to remove a jejunal foreign body. Twenty-six days following the original surgery, the dog was re-presented with signs consistent with an intestinal obstruction. A mural intestinal abscess was found as the cause of the obstruction during exploratory surgery, and the site was successfully removed with a resection and anastomosis. Histopathology showed multifocal abscessation with cyst-like structures partially lined with mucosa. The dog recovered without complication and remains healthy 4 mo later. The exact cause of the lesion is not known; however, local contamination through a focal mucosal defect or complications related to the use of barbed suture in the original enterotomy repair may have contributed.
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- Daniel Dwight Smeak
- From the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado
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- From the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado
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- From the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado
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Development of Small Bowel Volvulus on Barbed V-Loc™ Suture: A Rare Complication after Laparoscopic Ventral Rectopexy. Case Rep Surg 2018; 2018:8406054. [PMID: 29854545 PMCID: PMC5941768 DOI: 10.1155/2018/8406054] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2018] [Accepted: 01/31/2018] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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In this case report, we share our experience with an emerging complication in laparoscopic surgery caused by the use of barbed sutures for an off-label indication. We describe a postoperative volvulus caused by the adhesion of the small bowel and V-Loc suture after a ventral laparoscopic rectopexy in a 48-year-old female patient. We also suggest cutting flush the end of the V-Loc and extending the follow-up of these patients.
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Radford A, Turner A, Ashraf J, Subramaniam R. Robotic Pyeloplasty in Children: A “Barbed” Shortcut. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A 2018; 28:486-489. [DOI: 10.1089/lap.2017.0494] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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- Anna Radford
- Department of Pediatric Urology, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds, United Kingdom
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- Department of Pediatric Urology, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds, United Kingdom
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- Department of Pediatric Urology, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds, United Kingdom
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- Department of Pediatric Urology, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds, United Kingdom
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Bracale U, Merola G, Cabras F, Andreuccetti J, Corcione F, Pignata G. The Use of Barbed Suture for Intracorporeal Mechanical Anastomosis During a Totally Laparoscopic Right Colectomy: Is It Safe? A Retrospective Nonrandomized Comparative Multicenter Study. Surg Innov 2018; 25:267-273. [DOI: 10.1177/1553350618765871] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Background. A totally laparoscopic right colectomy could be perceived as a more challenging procedure over a laparoscopic-assisted right colectomy owing to the difficulty of intracorporeal anastomosis and the closure of the enterotomy. The aim of this study is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the barbed auto-locking absorbable suture for the closure of an anastomotic stapler-access enterotomy during a totally laparoscopic right colectomy. Methods. From January 2010 to April 2016, data from patients who had undergone a laparoscopic right colectomy in 2 different departments of 2 institutions (the Department of General and Minimally Invasive Surgery, San Camillo Hospital in Trento and the Department of Surgical Specialties and Nephrology, University Federico II in Naples) were retrospectively analyzed. We compared the data of patients in whom the stapler-access enterotomy was closed through a conventional absorbable suture (Group A), with the data of patients in whom a stapler-access enterotomy was closed through a V-Loc 180 suture (Group B). Biometric features and intraoperative and postoperative data were collected and analyzed. Results. The 2 groups (Group A: 40 patients; Group B: 40 patients) were comparable for biometric features and postoperative outcomes. The anastomosing time was lower in Group B. A statistically significant difference was noted in the mean operative time between Groups A and B (Group A = 134.92 ± 34.17; Group B = 120.92 ± 23.27, P = .035). Only one anastomotic leakage per group was recorded, each treated with an anastomosis redo. During the reoperations, we find in both groups an intact stapler-access enterotomy. Conclusion. On retrospective analysis, barbed suture appears to be safe and efficient for closure of the stapler-access enterotomy during totally laparoscopic right colectomy.
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- University Federico II of Naples, Naples, Italy
- San Camillo Hospital, Trento, Italy
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Kim TH, Park JH, Jeong SH, Lee JK, Kwag SJ, Kim JY, Lee W, Woo JW, Jang JY, Song EJ, Park T, Jeong CY, Ju YT, Jung EJ, Hong SC, Choi SK, Ha WS, Lee YJ. Feasibility of a novel laparoscopic technique with unidirectional knotless barbed sutures for the primary closure of duodenal ulcer perforation. Surg Endosc 2018; 32:3667-3674. [PMID: 29470633 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-018-6099-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2017] [Accepted: 02/07/2018] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Laparoscopic primary repair is one of the main procedures used for perforated gastric ulcers, and this technique requires reproducible and secure suturing. The aim of this study was to investigate the safety and efficacy of a novel continuous suture method with barbed sutures during laparoscopic repair for perforated peptic ulcers. PATIENTS AND METHODS Clinical data from 116 consecutive patients undergoing laparoscopic repair for perforated peptic ulcers were collected between November 2009 and October 2015. Continuous suturing with 15-cm-long unidirectional absorbable barbed sutures was used for laparoscopic repair in the study group, termed group V (n = 51). Patients who underwent laparoscopic repair with conventional interrupted sutures were defined as group C (n = 65). The complication and operative data were compared between groups. RESULTS Although there was no difference between group V and group C in the overall complication rate (15.7% vs. 24.6%; p = 0.259), the complication rate related to suturing was lower (3.9% vs. 15.4%; p = 0.04) in group V. Group V showed rates of 0% for leakage, 2% for intra-abdominal fluid collection, and 2% for stricture; the corresponding rates in group C were 3.1, 7.7, and 4.6%, respectively. Regarding operative data, the total operation time (V vs. C, 87.7 min vs. 131.2 min), total suture time (7.1 min vs. 25.3 min), and suture time per stitch (1.2 min vs. 6.2 min) were significantly shorter in group V than in group C (p < 0.001). CONCLUSION The use of a continuous suture technique with unidirectional barbed sutures is as safe as the conventional suture technique and allows easier and faster suturing in the repair of perforated peptic ulcers.
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- Tae-Han Kim
- Department of Surgery, Gyeongsang National University Hospital, Gyeongsang National University Postgraduate School of Medicine, 79 Gangnam-ro, Jinju, 52727, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Gyeongsang National University Hospital, Gyeongsang National University Postgraduate School of Medicine, 79 Gangnam-ro, Jinju, 52727, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Gyeongsang National University Hospital, Gyeongsang National University Postgraduate School of Medicine, 79 Gangnam-ro, Jinju, 52727, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Gyeongsang National University Hospital, Gyeongsang National University Postgraduate School of Medicine, 79 Gangnam-ro, Jinju, 52727, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Gyeongsang National University Hospital, Gyeongsang National University Postgraduate School of Medicine, 79 Gangnam-ro, Jinju, 52727, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Gyeongsang National University Hospital, Gyeongsang National University Postgraduate School of Medicine, 79 Gangnam-ro, Jinju, 52727, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Gyeongsang National University Hospital, Gyeongsang National University Postgraduate School of Medicine, 79 Gangnam-ro, Jinju, 52727, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Gyeongsang National University Hospital, Gyeongsang National University Postgraduate School of Medicine, 79 Gangnam-ro, Jinju, 52727, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Gyeongsang National University Hospital, Gyeongsang National University Postgraduate School of Medicine, 79 Gangnam-ro, Jinju, 52727, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Gyeongsang National University Hospital, Gyeongsang National University Postgraduate School of Medicine, 79 Gangnam-ro, Jinju, 52727, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Gyeongsang National University Hospital, Gyeongsang National University Postgraduate School of Medicine, 79 Gangnam-ro, Jinju, 52727, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Gyeongsang National University Hospital, Gyeongsang National University Postgraduate School of Medicine, 79 Gangnam-ro, Jinju, 52727, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Gyeongsang National University Hospital, Gyeongsang National University Postgraduate School of Medicine, 79 Gangnam-ro, Jinju, 52727, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Gyeongsang National University Hospital, Gyeongsang National University Postgraduate School of Medicine, 79 Gangnam-ro, Jinju, 52727, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Gyeongsang National University Hospital, Gyeongsang National University Postgraduate School of Medicine, 79 Gangnam-ro, Jinju, 52727, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Gyeongsang National University Hospital, Gyeongsang National University Postgraduate School of Medicine, 79 Gangnam-ro, Jinju, 52727, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Gyeongsang National University Hospital, Gyeongsang National University Postgraduate School of Medicine, 79 Gangnam-ro, Jinju, 52727, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Gyeongsang National University Hospital, Gyeongsang National University Postgraduate School of Medicine, 79 Gangnam-ro, Jinju, 52727, Republic of Korea.
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Gurland B, E Carvalho MEC, Ridgeway B, Paraiso MFR, Hull T, Zutshi M. Should we offer ventral rectopexy to patients with recurrent external rectal prolapse? Int J Colorectal Dis 2017; 32:1561-1567. [PMID: 28785819 DOI: 10.1007/s00384-017-2858-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/07/2017] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND For patients with rectal prolapse undergoing Ventral Rectopexy (VR), the impact of prior prolapse surgery on prolapse recurrence is not well described. PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to compare recurrence rates after VR in patients undergoing primary and repeat rectal prolapse repairs. DESIGN This study is a prospective cohort study. METHODS IRB-approved prospective data registry of consecutive patients undergoing VR for full-thickness external rectal prolapse between 2009 and 2015. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Rectal prolapse recurrence was defined as either external prolapse through the anal sphincters or symptomatic rectal mucosa prolapse warranting additional surgery. Preoperative and postoperative morbidity and functional outcomes were analyzed. Actuarial recurrence rates were calculated using the Kaplan-Meier method. RESULTS A total of 108 VRs were performed during the study period. Seventy-two were primary and 36 repeat repairs. Seven cases were open, 23 laparoscopic, and 78 robotic. Six cases were converted from laparoscopic/robotic to open. In 63 patients, VR was combined with gynecological procedures. There were no statistical differences between primary or recurrent prolapse for the following: demographics, operative time, concomitant gynecologic procedures, complications, blood loss, and graft material type. Length of stay was longer in patients with a history of prior prolapse surgery (p = 0.01). Prolapse recurrence rates for primary repairs were reported at 1.4, 6.9, and 9.7% and for recurrent prolapse procedures 13.9, 25, and 25% at 1, 3, and 5 years (p = 0.13). Mean length of follow-up was similar between groups. Time to recurrence was significantly shorter in patients undergoing repeat prolapse surgery 8.8 vs 30.7 months (p = 0.03). CONCLUSIONS VR is a better option for patients undergoing primary rectal prolapse repair.
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- Brooke Gurland
- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH, USA.
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- Section of Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery, Obstetrics, Cleveland Clinic, Gynecology and Women's Health Institute, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Section of Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery, Obstetrics, Cleveland Clinic, Gynecology and Women's Health Institute, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH, USA
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Haga N, Takinami R, Tanji R, Onagi A, Matsuoka K, Koguchi T, Akaihata H, Hata J, Ogawa S, Kataoka M, Sato Y, Ishibashi K, Aikawa K, Kojima Y. Comprehensive approach for post-prostatectomy incontinence in the era of robot-assisted radical prostatectomy. Fukushima J Med Sci 2017; 63:46-56. [PMID: 28747618 DOI: 10.5387/fms.2017-15] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) has enabled steady and stable surgical procedures due to both meticulous maneuvers and magnified, clear, 3-dimensional vision. Therefore, better surgical outcomes have been expected with RARP than with other surgical modalities. However, even in the RARP era, post-prostatectomy incontinence has a relatively high incidence as a bothersome complication. To overcome post-prostatectomy incontinence, it goes without saying that meticulous surgical procedures and creative surgical procedures, i.e., "Preservation", "Reconstruction", and "Reinforcement" of the anatomical structures of the pelvis, are most important. In addition, medication and appropriate pad usage might sometimes be helpful for patients with post-prostatectomy incontinence. However, patients who have 1) BMI > 26 kg/m2, 2) prostate volume > 70 mL, 3) eGFR < 60 mL/min, or a 4) Charlson comorbidity index > 2 have a tendency to develop post-prostatectomy incontinence despite undergoing the same surgical procedures. It is important for patients who have a high risk for post-prostatectomy incontinence to be given information about delayed recovery of post-prostatectomy incontinence. Thus, not only the surgical procedures, but also a comprehensive approach, as mentioned above, are important for post-prostatectomy incontinence.
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- Nobuhiro Haga
- Department of Urology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine
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- Department of Urology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine
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- Department of Urology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine
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- Department of Urology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine
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- Department of Urology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine
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- Department of Urology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine
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- Department of Urology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine
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- Department of Urology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine
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- Department of Urology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine
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- Department of Urology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine
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- Department of Urology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine
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- Department of Urology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine
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- Department of Urology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine
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- Department of Urology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine
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Zaidi H, Gupta A, Khetan N, Habib K. Knot free technique for Laparoscopic Ventral Mesh Rectopexy. Ann Med Surg (Lond) 2017; 19:51-54. [PMID: 28649378 PMCID: PMC5470441 DOI: 10.1016/j.amsu.2017.05.033] [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: 02/11/2017] [Revised: 05/29/2017] [Accepted: 05/30/2017] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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AIM The aim of our study was to describe and assess a new method of mesh fixation using clips in Laparoscopic Ventral Mesh Rectopexy (VMR). This technique avoids knots while suturing in pelvis and saves time. METHOD A systematic search of the literature (PUBMED, EMBASE) was done to find out alternate ways to fix the mesh over the anterior surface of rectum. This technique has not been used before. We performed five operations using this technique. Indication for surgery was full thickness rectal prolapse in all of them. Majority of patients were female (four) and one was male with age range of 32-69 years. Two patients had previous abdominal surgery. Laparoscopic access included four ports and 30° scope in all cases. Biological mesh was used in 4 cases and synthetic in remaining one. Instead of using normal intra-corporeal or extra-corporeal suturing, a novel technique was used to secure the Ethibond 2/0 suture using endo clip. The mesh fixation to sacral promontory was done with tacker. RESULTS These patients were prospectively followed up to assess the effectiveness of repair and to assess for the recurrence. The median follow up so far is 8 months (range 5-11). None of the patients had any major complication. No patient has reported recurrence either. CONCLUSION Our study with limitations of small group and relatively shorter follow up has proven to be a safe technique. This technique has a potential of replacing intra or extracorporeal knot with endo clips and requires less time compared to conventional suturing. It also advantage of having a minimal learning curve.
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Haga N, Kurita N, Yanagida T, Ogawa S, Yabe M, Akaihata H, Hata J, Sato Y, Ishibashi K, Hasegawa O, Kojima Y. Effects of barbed suture during robot-assisted radical prostatectomy on postoperative tissue damage and longitudinal changes in lower urinary tract outcome. Surg Endosc 2017. [PMID: 28643068 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-017-5649-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To compare the postoperative tissue damage and longitudinal changes in functional and patient-reported outcomes after vesicourethral anastomosis with barbed suture and nonbarbed suture in robot-assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy (RARP). MATERIALS AND METHODS This was a prospective cohort study involving 88 consecutive patients who underwent RARP. These patients were categorized into the barbed suture group (n = 50) and the nonbarbed suture group (n = 38). Urethral and periurethral damages determined by magnetic resonance imaging at nine months after RARP were compared using generalized linear models. The International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS), quality of life (QOL) index, uroflowmetry, and the 1-h pad test were measured at baseline and at 1, 3, 6, 9, and 12 months after RARP. The findings were analyzed using mixed-effects models. Confounding was adjusted for using propensity score covariate adjustment. RESULTS The likelihood of having Grade 2/3 urethral and periurethral damages was greater in the barbed suture group than in the nonbarbed suture group (adjusted risk ratios: 2.98 and 3.85, respectively). IPSS, QOL index, and urinary leakage transiently increased at one month after RARP in both groups. QOL index was higher in the barbed suture group than in the nonbarbed suture group at 1, 9, and 12 months (P = 0.023, P = 0.025, and P = 0.011, respectively). The barbed suture group had significantly more cases of urinary incontinence than the nonbarbed suture group at 3 months (P = 0.041). Other outcomes were comparable between the two groups at all time points. CONCLUSIONS This cohort study showed that, after RARP, barbed sutures during VUA induced more severe tissue damage as determined by MRI and greater transient aggravation of QOL and continence function than nonbarbed sutures. The present findings suggest that using nonbarbed sutures during VUA may facilitate earlier acquisition of urinary QOL and urinary continence.
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- Nobuhiro Haga
- Department of Urology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, 1 Hikarigaoka, Fukushima, 960-1295, Japan.
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- Department of Innovative Research and Education for Clinicians and Trainees (DiRECT), Fukushima Medical University Hospital, Fukushima, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, 1 Hikarigaoka, Fukushima, 960-1295, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, 1 Hikarigaoka, Fukushima, 960-1295, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, 1 Hikarigaoka, Fukushima, 960-1295, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, 1 Hikarigaoka, Fukushima, 960-1295, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, 1 Hikarigaoka, Fukushima, 960-1295, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, 1 Hikarigaoka, Fukushima, 960-1295, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, 1 Hikarigaoka, Fukushima, 960-1295, Japan
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- Department of Radiology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, 1 Hikarigaoka, Fukushima, 960-1295, Japan
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Jang SH, Jung YK, Choi SJ, Ha TK. Postoperative mechanical small bowel obstruction induced by V-Loc barbed absorbable suture after laparoscopic distal gastrectomy. Ann Surg Treat Res 2017; 92:380-382. [PMID: 28480186 PMCID: PMC5416918 DOI: 10.4174/astr.2017.92.5.380] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2016] [Revised: 10/22/2016] [Accepted: 10/26/2016] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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When performing laparoscopic gastrectomy, suturing the intestinal anastomosis presents one of the greatest challenges. The V-Loc unidirectional barbed suture has been introduced to eliminate the need to tie knots during closure. This device offers a fast, secure, and effective alternative to conventional suture repair during laparoscopic surgery. However, there have been reported cases of surgical complications associated with the use of barbed suture devices. We describe here a case of small bowel obstruction resulting from improper use of barbed suture during total laparoscopic distal gastrectomy performed for gastric cancer. Following diagnosis of small bowel obstruction, the patient underwent immediate laparoscopic repair that identified the cause and relieved the small bowel obstruction. This case highlights the need for surgeons to carefully perform proper suturing technique in order to prevent complications. Surgeons should maintain a high index of suspicion for diagnosing and treating potentially severe complications when using barbed sutures.
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- Sung Ho Jang
- Department of Surgery, Hanyang University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Hanyang University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Hanyang University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Hanyang University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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