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Fernandes M, Peixoto A, Campo A, Borges D, Pereira G, Oliveira J, Oliveira L, Nogueira V, Jorge S, Silva M. Free omental graft without vascular microanastomosis in the cutaneous wound healing of rabbits. ARQ BRAS MED VET ZOO 2022. [DOI: 10.1590/1678-4162-12700] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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ABSTRACT This study aims to evaluate the influence of free omental graft without vascular microanastomosis (FOGWVA) on experimental skin healing in rabbits. Through celiotomy, a 9cm2 free omental fragment was collected in 36 rabbits, with subsequent production of a deep linear cutaneous wound in the dorsal midline measuring 3cm. In 18 animals from the omental group (OG), the omental fragment collected was fixed subcutaneously with six simple interrupted stitches using a 4-0 polyamide thread. In both treated and control (CG) groups, intradermal dermorrhaphy was performed with 4-0 polyamide thread. Experimental wounds were clinically evaluated every day. Each of the groups was divided into three subgroups of 6 animals each for histopathological evaluation on the 7th, 14th, and 28th days of postoperative. In the OG wounds, the increase in volume (omentum activation) stood out after the second postoperative day. Macroscopy showed an organic reaction to the graft on day 7, with a progressive reduction in addition to neovascularization towards the omental graft. The intense presence of mononuclear cells and collagen deposition on day 7 demonstrated an accelerated process of tissue remodeling and repair. The FOGWVA omental graft remained viable and positively influenced the cutaneous healing of the experimental wounds in rabbits.
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- Universidade Federal Rural do Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal Rural do Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal Rural do Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal Rural do Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal Rural do Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Centro Universitário Serra dos Órgãos, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal Rural do Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Doom M, Cornillie P, Simoens P, Huyghe S, de Rooster H. The Omental Pedicle Flap in Dogs Revised and Refined: A Cadaver Study. Vet Surg 2016; 45:746-53. [PMID: 27391581 DOI: 10.1111/vsu.12510] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2015] [Revised: 03/01/2016] [Accepted: 04/10/2016] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To expand current knowledge on the canine omental vasculature and refine the existing lengthening technique of the canine omentum. STUDY DESIGN Ex vivo study. ANIMALS Canine cadavers (n=20). METHODS In 10 canine cadavers the omental arteries were mapped using intravascular latex injection and these results were used to create an omental pedicle flap based on the splenic artery in 10 additional cadavers. The operating range of the flap was recorded with particular attention to the main regions of interest for omental transposition in dogs (axillary and inguinal regions). RESULTS The superficial and deep omental leaves were each predominantly supplied by a left and a right marginal omental artery that anastomosed near the caudal omental border into a superficial and a deep omental arch, respectively. Anastomoses between arteries of the superficial and the deep omental leaves were weak and inconsistent, except for 1 anastomosis that was found in 8 of 10 dogs. By transposing the intact omentum, the right axilla could be reached in 3 dogs, both axillae in 1 dog, and both groins in all cadavers. In all cases, the omental pedicle reached to and beyond the axillary and inguinal regions. By unfolding the pedicle leaves, the width of the pedicle tip could be doubled. CONCLUSION When lengthening the omentum is necessary to reach extra-abdominal structures, the omental pedicle flap based on the splenic artery appears to preserve the omental vascular supply. These observations warrant further clinical trials to evaluate this new omtental flap technique in vivo.
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- Marjan Doom
- Department of Morphology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
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- Department of Morphology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
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- Department of Morphology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
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- Department of Medicine and Clinical Biology of Small Animals, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
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- Department of Medicine and Clinical Biology of Small Animals, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
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Hardie RJ, Lewallen JT. Use of a custom orthotic boot for management of distal extremity and pad wounds in three dogs. Vet Surg 2013; 42:678-82. [PMID: 23889595 DOI: 10.1111/j.1532-950x.2013.12031.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2012] [Accepted: 04/01/2013] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To describe use of a custom orthotic boot for management of distal extremity and pad wounds in dogs. STUDY DESIGN Clinical report. ANIMALS Dogs (n = 3). METHODS A custom orthotic boot made of lightweight copolymer plastic was used to immobilize the distal extremity and protect full-thickness wounds involving the medial or lateral aspect of the metatarsus including a portion of the metatarsal pad in 3 dogs. Boots were made in a bivalve design with closed-cell foam padding and adjustable straps that allowed for easy application. They were molded with the tarsocrural joint in slight hyperextension and the metatarsophalangeal joints in a neutral position so that the wounds and metatarsal pads were "off weighted" when the dogs were standing. In addition, a "window" was cut out directly over the wounds to minimize direct contact between the boot and the wound. RESULTS Wounds healed by contraction and epithelialization in 21, 21, and 45 days. The only complication encountered was mild skin irritation at the top of the boot in 2 dogs that was managed with additional closed-cell foam padding. CONCLUSION A custom orthotic boot was effective at immobilizing the distal extremity and reducing contact between the wound and the boot which allowed for complete healing by contraction and epithelialization.
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- Robert J Hardie
- Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Wisconsin, School of Veterinary Medicine, Madison, Wisconsin 53706, USA.
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Kurach L, Smith MEH, Fowler JD. Microvascular Free Tissue Transfer of the Trapezius Flap in 20 Dogs and a Wallaby. Vet Surg 2012. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1532-950x.2012.01029.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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- Lake Country Veterinary Specialist Hospital; Winfield; BC; Canada
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Bigham-Sadegh A, Oryan A, Mirshokraei P, Shadkhast M, Basiri E. Bone tissue engineering with periosteal-free graft and pedicle omentum. ANZ J Surg 2012; 83:255-61. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1445-2197.2012.06316.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/07/2012] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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- Amin Bigham-Sadegh
- Department of Veterinary Surgery and Radiology; School of Veterinary Medicine; Shahrekord University; Shahrekord; Iran
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- Department of Veterinary Pathobiology; School of Veterinary Medicine; Shiraz University; Shiraz; Iran
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- Department of Veterinary Histology; School of Veterinary Medicine; Shahrekord University; Shahrekord; Iran
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- Department of Veterinary Surgery and Radiology; School of Veterinary Medicine; Shahrekord University; Shahrekord; Iran
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Bigham-Sadegh A, Mirshokraei P, Karimi I, Oryan A, Aparviz A, Shafiei-Sarvestani Z. Effects of adipose tissue stem cell concurrent with greater omentum on experimental long-bone healing in dog. Connect Tissue Res 2012; 53:334-42. [PMID: 22268489 DOI: 10.3109/03008207.2012.660585] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Repair of large bone defects resulting from trauma, tumors, and osteitis is a current challenge to surgeons. Adipose-derived adult stem cells (ASCs) are multipotent cells that are able to differentiate into osteoblasts in the presence of certain factors. In this study, the role of greater omentum as a scaffold incorporation of ASCs was evaluated in long-bone defect healing in dog model. Sixteen 3-4-year-old, male adult mongrel dogs, weighing 25.2 ± 3.5 kg, were used in this study. In the control group (n = 4), the defect was left empty. In the omental group (n = 4), the defect was filled with harvested omentum. In the omental-ASCs group (n = 4), the defect was filled with omentum and 1 mL of ASCs was injected into the grafted omentum. In the omental-culture medium group (n = 4), 1 mL of culture medium was injected into the grafted omentum. Finally, the injured radial bones were fixed with plate and screw. Radiographs of each forelimb was taken postoperatively on the first day and at the second, fourth, sixth, and eighth weeks postinjury to evaluate bone formation, union, and remodeling of the defect. The operated radii were removed on the 56th postoperative day and were histopathologically evaluated. In this study, both omental-culture medium and omental-ASCs groups demonstrated superior osteogenic potential in healing the radial bone defect. Compared to those of the omental and control groups, more advanced bone healing criteria were present in the omental-culture medium and omental-ASCs groups at radiological and histopathological levels at 8 weeks postsurgery.
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- Amin Bigham-Sadegh
- Department of Veterinary Surgery and Radiology, School of Veterinary Medicine, Shahrekord University, Shahrekord, Iran.
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McAlinden A, Glyde M, McAllister H, Kirby B. Omentalisation as adjunctive treatment of an infected femoral nonunion fracture: a case report. Ir Vet J 2009; 62:663-8. [PMID: 21851725 PMCID: PMC3113780 DOI: 10.1186/2046-0481-62-10-663] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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A three-year-old male working border collie with an infected femoral nonunion fracture was managed in a two-stage procedure involving debridement and omentalisation, followed by stabilisation with a bone plate and an autogenous cancellous bone graft. Osseous union was documented radiographically 16 weeks after surgery. Telephone follow-up one year later revealed the dog had returned to full working function without evidence of lameness. To the authors' knowledge, this is the first clinical case described in the veterinary literature using omentalisation as an adjunct to the management of an infected, biologically inactive nonunion fracture.
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- A McAlinden
- Section of Veterinary Clinical Studies, University Veterinary Hospital, School of Agriculture, Food Science and Veterinary Medicine, University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin 4.
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Saifzadeh S, Pourreza B, Hobbenaghi R, Naghadeh BD, Kazemi S. Autogenous greater omentum, as a free nonvascularized graft, enhances bone healing: an experimental nonunion model. J INVEST SURG 2009; 22:129-37. [PMID: 19283616 DOI: 10.1080/08941930802566730] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Reconstruction of vascularity is an early event in fracture healing and upregulation of angiogenesis may therefore promote the formation of bone. We have investigated the potentiality of autogenous free nonvascularized greater omentum to stimulate the formation of bone in an experimental hypertrophic nonunion model. Twelve dogs assigned into two identical groups underwent a standard nonunion operation. In the experimental group, this was followed by application of autogenous greater omentum as a free nonvascularized graft around the osteotomy gap. Radiographic assessments were conducted time-sequentially until euthanasia 16 weeks after surgery. Histological analysis was performed on the mid-radial diaphysis containing the 4-month-old osteotomy site. Radiological and histological properties of the group treated with free transplant of the greater omentum revealed complete union. In contrast, there was no evidence indicating union in the control group. Analyses of the radiological and histological scores confirmed that osteotomies treated with free transplant of the autogenous greater omentum had united, whereas the osteotomies of the control group failed to unite. Significant differences between the mean values for radiological and histological-grading score in the control and experimental groups were detected (p < 0.05). We showed that free graft of autogenous greater omentum could stimulate the formation of competent bone in an environment deprived of its normal vascularization. Hence, it could be recommended to enhance healing when the fractures are at risk of nonunion.
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- Siamak Saifzadeh
- Department of Clinical Sciences College of Veterinary Medicine, Urmia University, Urmia, Iran.
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Saifzadeh S, Hobbenaghi R, Asadolahi A. Linear esophagotomy reinforcement with nonvascularized omental autograft (NOA). J INVEST SURG 2009; 22:207-13. [PMID: 19466659 DOI: 10.1080/08941930902866253] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Esophagotomy is commonly complicated by dehiscence and leakage. Recent studies provided evidence that omentopexy may reinforce the esophageal suture line and decrease the rate of postoperative complications. The use of nonvascularized omental autograft (NOA) to strengthen the linear esophagotomy wound is novel and this was derived from its successful use in other location by Saifzadeh et al. The goal of the current study was to examine the role of NOA on the healing quality of primary esophagotomy wound. Linear esophageal incisions of 8-10 mm were made at the cervical esophagus in 20 New Zealand white rabbits, which were assigned to two identical groups (10 rabbits in each group). The incisions were sutured in both groups but additionally covered by NOA in Group Pi. Twenty-eight days after the operations, the experimental animals were killed, and identical segments of the esophagus with the esophagotomy line at the center were removed. The intact specimens were evaluated for bursting pressure and histologic appearance. Bursting pressure was higher in Group Pi. Microscopic evaluation in Group Pi rabbits revealed the participation of NOA in esophagotomy healing, tough complete epithelial regeneration, marked neovascularization, and muscular regeneration and overgrowth. This study showed demonstrable benefit from the use of NOA in reinforcement of cervical esophagotomy. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first report of strengthening of the esophageal suture line with the transplantation of NOA.
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- Siamak Saifzadeh
- Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Urmia University, Urmia, Iran.
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FITZPATRICK NOEL, YEADON RUSSELL, SMITH THOMASJ. Early Clinical Experience with Osteochondral Autograft Transfer for Treatment of Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Medial Humeral Condyle in Dogs. Vet Surg 2009; 38:246-60. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1532-950x.2008.00492.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Oloumi M, Derakhshanfar A, Molaei M, Tayyebi M. The angiogenic potential of autogenous free omental graft in experimental tibial defects in rabbit: Short-term preliminary histopathological study. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2006. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jeas.2006.02.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Wilm B, Ipenberg A, Hastie ND, Burch JBE, Bader DM. The serosal mesothelium is a major source of smooth muscle cells of the gut vasculature. Development 2005; 132:5317-28. [PMID: 16284122 DOI: 10.1242/dev.02141] [Citation(s) in RCA: 245] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Most internal organs are situated in a coelomic cavity and are covered by a mesothelium. During heart development, epicardial cells (a mesothelium) move to and over the heart, undergo epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT), and subsequently differentiate into endothelial and vascular smooth muscle cells. This is thought to be a unique process in blood vessel formation. Still,structural and developmental similarities between the heart and gut led us to test the hypothesis that a conserved or related mechanism may regulate blood vessel development to the gut, which, similar to the heart, is housed in a coelomic cavity. By using a combination of molecular genetics, vital dye fate mapping, organ culture and immunohistochemistry, we demonstrate that the serosal mesothelium is the major source of vasculogenic cells in developing mouse gut. Our studies show that the gut is initially devoid of a mesothelium but that serosal mesothelial cells expressing the Wilm's tumor protein (Wt1)move to and over the gut. Subsequently, a subset of these cells undergoes EMT and migrates throughout the gut. Using Wt1-Cre genetic lineage marking of serosal cells and their progeny, we demonstrate that these cells differentiate to smooth muscle of all major blood vessels in the mesenteries and gut. Our data reveal a conserved mechanism in blood vessel formation to coelomic organs, and have major implications for our understanding of vertebrate organogenesis and vascular deficiencies of the gut.
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- Bettina Wilm
- Stahlman Cardiovascular Laboratories, Department of Medicine and Program for Developmental Biology, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN 37232, USA
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Degner DA, Walshaw R, Fowler JD, Lanz OI, Ocello P, Maier J, Blaezer L, Smith RJ. Surgical Approaches to Recipient Vessels of the Fore- and HindLimbs for Microvascular Free Tissue Transfer in Dogs. Vet Surg 2005; 34:297-309. [PMID: 16212583 DOI: 10.1111/j.1532-950x.2005.00047.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To develop and evaluate surgical approaches to the arteries and veins of the fore- and hindlimbs for use as potential recipient vessels for free tissue transfer. STUDY DESIGN Experimental anatomic study. SAMPLE POPULATION Canine cadavers (11): 2 preserved and 9 fresh cadavers. METHODS Fore- and hindlimbs from 1 preserved cadaver injected with a pigmented silicone/barium mixture, through the common carotid artery and external jugular vein, were cut in 1 cm cross-sections. Tissue sections were used to identify the location of vessels >1 mm that could be used as recipient vessels for free tissue transfer. The other preserved cadaver was used to develop surgical approaches to these vessels. Three surgeons evaluated the written descriptions and illustrations for these approaches using fresh cadavers. Modifications to the surgical approaches were made based on recommendations from these surgeons. RESULTS Six approaches were developed to isolate forelimb recipient vessels: palmar access, distal medial antebrachial, mid-antebrachial, proximal antebrachial, distal humeral, and mid-humeral vascular access. Twelve approaches were developed to isolate recipient vessels of the hindlimb: plantar access, dorsal tarsal, cranial distal tibial, craniomedial distal tibial, lateral distal tibial, medial distal tibial, medial femorotibial, lateral distal femoral, medial femoral, proximal medial femoral, groin, and proximal lateral femoral vascular access. CONCLUSIONS Six forelimb and 12 hindlimb sites were identified for surgical access to recipient vessels (>1 mm diameter) suitable for use in free tissue transfer for wound reconstruction. CLINICAL RELEVANCE For reconstruction of complex wounds of the extremities of dogs, surgeons should consider use of readily accessible recipient vessels that would allow for free tissue transfer to the fore- and hindlimbs.
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- Daniel A Degner
- Michigan Veterinary Specialists, Auburn Hills, MI 48326, USA.
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Teunissen BD, Walshaw R, Hauptman JG, Degner DA, Jackson AH. Evaluation of primary critical ischemia time for the deep circumflex iliac cutaneous flap in cats. Vet Surg 2004; 33:440-5. [PMID: 15362982 DOI: 10.1111/j.1532-950x.2004.04073.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate the primary critical ischemia time for the deep circumflex iliac (DCI) cutaneous flap in cats. STUDY DESIGN In vivo model. ANIMALS Thirteen young adult female cats. METHODS An island skin flap was created on the right side of each cat based on the angiosome of the ventral branches of the DCI vessels. The cats were randomly assigned to a flap ischemia time ranging from 1 to 3 hours in 10-minute intervals. Microvascular clamps were used to occlude the artery and vein for the designated time. Flaps were sutured into position after the ischemic period. On day 3, fluorescein dye was administered and the flaps were evaluated under ultraviolet light to assess percent area of perfusion. On days 7 and 14, the percent area of survival was determined for each flap based on cutaneous morphometry. RESULTS All flaps had 100 percent area of survival throughout the study. On day 3, all flaps fluoresced uniformly compared with the surrounding skin. On days 7 and 14, all flaps were uniformly viable as confirmed by skin color, consistency, bleeding, and hair re-growth. CONCLUSION The DCI cutaneous flap in cats can withstand up to 3 hours of ischemia with predictable survival. CLINICAL RELEVANCE In a clinical setting, high success rates can be expected with microvascular transfer of the DCI cutaneous flap in cats when the ischemia time is <3 hours and precise surgical technique is used.
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- Brian D Teunissen
- Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine, East Lansing, MI 48824, USA.
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Pap-Szekeres J, Cserni G, Furka I, Svebis M, Cserni T, Brath E, Nemeth N, Miko I. Transplantation and microsurgical anastomosis of free omental grafts: Experimental animal model of a new operative technique in dogs. Microsurgery 2003; 23:414-8. [PMID: 14557993 DOI: 10.1002/micr.10176] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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Our objective was the elaboration of a new animal model for the free transplantation of an omental flap and the examination of its viability in dogs. The cooled omental flap from the abdomen was freely transplanted to the lateral cervical region, and its blood supply was established with microsurgical anastomoses. The technique was developed in 5 dogs, and short-term survival examinations were later carried out in 3 cases by means of this method. Postoperative viability was assessed by angiography, methylene blue testing, and histology. Of the 3 transplanted grafts, 2 still survived 1 week after the operation. For technical reasons, 1 flap thrombotized. For determination of the viability of the transplanted graft, histology proved best. Vital reactions, including granulation tissue and angiogenesis, were present on the histological slides. The short-term survival of an omental flap can be ensured with microsurgical transplantation in dogs.
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- Jozsef Pap-Szekeres
- Department of Surgery, Bacs-Kiskun County Teaching Hospital, Kecskemet, Hungary.
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Calfee EF, Lanz OI, Degner DA, Peterson SL, Duncan RB, Broadstone RV, Martin RA, Austin B. Microvascular free tissue transfer of the rectus abdominis muscle in dogs. Vet Surg 2002; 31:32-43. [PMID: 11778165 DOI: 10.1053/jvet.2002.29455] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To assess donor-site morbidity and survival of the rectus abdominis muscle with an overlying skin graft after free tissue transfer to a medial femorotibial defect in dogs. STUDY DESIGN Experimental study. SAMPLE POPULATION Phase 1: 6 canine cadavers; phase 2: 7 adult mixed-breed dogs. METHODS Phase 1: The rectus abdominis muscle was removed from canine cadavers, muscular and vascular dimensions were recorded, and angiography was performed. Phase 2: Muscular transfer was performed through anastomosis of the caudal epigastric artery and vein to the saphenous artery and medial saphenous vein. Transferred tissues were evaluated on postoperative days 3, 6, 10, and 13. Animals were examined daily until euthanasia between postoperative days 31 and 42. Postmortem angiograms were performed and tissues collected for histopathologic evaluation. RESULTS Phase 1: Appropriate vascular dimensions for microvascular anastomosis were confirmed and surgical technique perfected. Phase 2: Muscular excision produced minimal donor-site morbidity. All muscles survived after microvascular transfer and angiography confirmed vascular patency. All of the skin grafts survived, with one graft undergoing partial necrosis. CONCLUSIONS The rectus abdominis muscle can be successfully transferred to a medial femorotibial defect and can serve as a bed for acute skin grafting. No significant donor-site morbidity is associated with its removal. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Microvascular free tissue transfer of the canine rectus abdominis muscle has not been previously described. This technique provides a new alternative for repair of appropriate wounds. Additional studies are needed to define its utility in clinical patients.
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- Earl F Calfee
- Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, Blacksburg, VA 24061, USA
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