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Kumegawa S, Yamada G, Hashimoto D, Hirashima T, Kajimoto M, Isono K, Fujimoto K, Suzuki K, Uemura K, Ema M, Asamura S. Development of Surgical and Visualization Procedures to Analyze Vasculatures by Mouse Tail Edema Model. Biol Proced Online 2021; 23:21. [PMID: 34758723 PMCID: PMC8582144 DOI: 10.1186/s12575-021-00159-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2021] [Accepted: 10/26/2021] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Background Because of the high frequency of chronic edema formation in the current “aged” society, analyses and detailed observation of post-surgical edema are getting more required. Post-surgical examination of the dynamic vasculature including L.V. (Lymphatic Vasculature) to monitor edema formation has not been efficiently performed. Hence, procedures for investigating such vasculature are essential. By inserting transparent sheet into the cutaneous layer of mouse tails as a novel surgery model (theTailEdema bySilicone sheet mediatedTransparency protocol; TEST), the novel procedures are introduced and analyzed by series of histological analyses including video-based L.V. observation and 3D histological reconstruction of vasculatures in mouse tails. Results The dynamic generation of post-surgical main and fine (neo) L.V. connective structure during the edematous recovery process was visualized by series of studies with a novel surgery model. Snapshot images taken from live binocular image recording for TEST samples suggested the presence of main and elongating fine (neo) L.V. structure. After the ligation of L.V., the enlargement of main L.V. was confirmed. In the case of light sheet fluorescence microscopy (LSFM) observation, such L.V. connections were also suggested by using transparent 3D samples. Finally, the generation of neo blood vessels particularly in the region adjacent to the silicone sheet and the operated boundary region was suggested in 3D reconstruction images. However, direct detection of elongating fine (neo) L.V. was not suitable for analysis by such LSFM and 3D reconstruction procedures. Thus, such methods utilizing fixed tissues are appropriate for general observation for the operated region including of L.V. Conclusions The current surgical procedures and analysis on the post-surgical status are the first case to observe vasculatures in vivo with a transparent sheet. Systematic analyses including the FITC-dextran mediated snap shot images observation suggest the elongation of fine (neo) lymphatic vasculature. Post-surgical analyses including LSFM and 3D histological structural reconstruction, are suitable to reveal the fixed structures of blood and lymphatic vessels formation. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s12575-021-00159-3.
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- Shinji Kumegawa
- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Medical University of Wakayama, Wakayama, Japan
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- Department of Developmental Genetics, Institute of Advanced Medicine, Medical University of Wakayama, Wakayama, Japan.
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- Department of molecular Physiology, National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center, Suita, Osaka, Japan
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- The Hakubi Center/Graduate School of Biostudies, Kyoto University, Kyoto, Japan
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- Department of Developmental Genetics, Institute of Advanced Medicine, Medical University of Wakayama, Wakayama, Japan
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- Laboratory Animal Center, Wakayama Medical University, Wakayama, Japan
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- Department of Developmental Genetics, Institute of Advanced Medicine, Medical University of Wakayama, Wakayama, Japan
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- Department of Developmental Genetics, Institute of Advanced Medicine, Medical University of Wakayama, Wakayama, Japan
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Medical University of Wakayama, Wakayama, Japan
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- Department of Stem Cells and Human Diseases Models, Research Center for Animal Life Science, Medical University of Shiga, Otsu, Shiga, Japan
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Medical University of Wakayama, Wakayama, Japan
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Leaks and peristomal skin complications are highly prevalent among people with a stoma, reported by over 80% of ostomates within 2 years of surgery. This suggests that there is room for improvement in ostomy appliances, particularly in their hydrocolloid-based adhesive flanges. Hydrocolloid has an absorptive method of moisture management that, over time, risks maceration and skin stripping, potentially leading to moisture-associated skin damage (MASD) and medical adhesive-related skin injury (MARSI). The newly developed Genii ostomy appliances (Trio Healthcare) use novel Sil2 Breathable Silicone Technology to provide secure, effective adhesion and manage moisture levels by replicating natural transepidermal water loss (TEWL). This has the potential to increase appliance wear time, reduce incidence of MASD and permit atraumatic removal without adhesive remover, reducing the risks of MARSI, as well as time burdens on the user and economic burdens on the healthcare system. Meanwhile, the silicone flanges and water-resistant sports fabric pouches are lightweight, flexible and unobtrusive, and they are the first appliances to be available in colours to match different skin tones, all of which provides security, comfort, confidence and discretion. This article explores the features of Sil2 and Genii ostomy appliances, with reference to preliminary data from a user evaluation.
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- Peta Lager
- Stoma Care Clinical Nurse Specialist, Basildon University Hospital
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- Stoma Care Clinical Nurse Specialist, Basildon University Hospital
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Swift T, Westgate G, Van Onselen J, Lee S. Developments in silicone technology for use in stoma care. Br J Nurs 2021; 30:7-18. [PMID: 34106775 DOI: 10.12968/bjon.2021.30.sup8.7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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Soft silicone's flexibility, adhesive capacity and non-toxic, non-odourous and hypoallergenic nature have made it an established material for adhesive and protective therapeutic devices. In wound care, silicone is a component of contact layer dressings for superficial wounds and silicone gel sheeting for reducing the risk of scarring, as well as of barriers for incontinence-associated dermatitis. Regarding stoma accessories, silicone is established in barrier films to prevent contact dermatitis, adhesive removers to prevent skin stripping and filler gels to prevent appliance leaks. Until recently, silicone has not been used in stoma appliances flanges, as its hydrophobic nature has not allowed for moisture management to permit transepidermal water loss and prevent maceration. Traditional hydrocolloid appliances manage moisture by absorbing water, but this can lead to saturation and moisture-associated skin damage (MASD), as well as increased adhesion and resultant skin tears on removal, known as medical adhesive-related skin injury (MARSI). However, novel silicone compounds have been developed with a distinct evaporation-based mechanism of moisture management. This uses colloidal separation to allow the passage of water vapour at a rate equivalent to normal transepidermal water loss. It has been shown to minimise MASD, increase wear time and permit atraumatic removal without the use of adhesive solvents. Trio Healthcare has introduced this technology with a range of silicone-based flange extenders and is working with the University of Bradford Centre for Skin Sciences on prototype silicone-based stoma appliance flanges designed to significantly reduce the incidence of peristomal skin complications, such as MARSI and MASD. It is hoped that this will also increase appliance wear time, reduce costs and improve patient quality of life.
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- Thomas Swift
- Lecturer in Polymer Chemistry, University of Bradford
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- Business Manager, Faculty of Life Sciences, University of Bradford
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Lager P, Loxdale L. Use of breathable silicone technology in an ostomy appliance flange. Br J Nurs 2021; 30:S25-S35. [PMID: 37733646 DOI: 10.12968/bjon.2021.30.sup6a.s25] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/23/2023]
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Leaks and peristomal skin complications are highly prevalent among people with a stoma, reported by over 80% of ostomates within 2 years of surgery. This suggests that there is room for improvement in ostomy appliances, particularly in their hydrocolloid-based adhesive flanges. Hydrocolloid has an absorptive method of moisture management that, over time, risks maceration and skin stripping, potentially leading to moisture-associated skin damage (MASD) and medical adhesive-related skin injury (MARSI). The newly developed Genii ostomy appliances (Trio Healthcare) use novel Sil2 Breathable Silicone Technology to provide secure, effective adhesion and manage moisture levels by replicating natural transepidermal water loss (TEWL). This has the potential to increase appliance wear time, reduce incidence of MASD and permit atraumatic removal without adhesive remover, reducing the risks of MARSI, as well as time burdens on the user and economic burdens on the healthcare system. Meanwhile, the silicone flanges and water-resistant sports fabric pouches are lightweight, flexible and unobtrusive, and they are the first appliances to be available in colours to match different skin tones, all of which provides security, comfort, confidence and discretion. This article explores the features of Sil2 and Genii ostomy appliances, with reference to preliminary data from a user evaluation.
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- Peta Lager
- Stoma Care Clinical Nurse Specialist, Basildon University Hospital
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- Stoma Care Clinical Nurse Specialist, Basildon University Hospital
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Swift T, Westgate G, Van Onselen J, Lee S. Developments in silicone technology for use in stoma care. Br J Nurs 2021; 30:S7-S18. [PMID: 37733647 DOI: 10.12968/bjon.2021.30.sup6a.s7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/23/2023]
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Soft silicone's flexibility, adhesive capacity and non-toxic, non-odourous and hypoallergenic nature have made it an established material for adhesive and protective therapeutic devices. In wound care, silicone is a component of contact layer dressings for superficial wounds and silicone gel sheeting for reducing the risk of scarring, as well as of barriers for incontinence-associated dermatitis. Regarding stoma accessories, silicone is established in barrier films to prevent contact dermatitis, adhesive removers to prevent skin stripping and filler gels to prevent appliance leaks. Until recently, silicone has not been used in stoma appliances flanges, as its hydrophobic nature has not allowed for moisture management to permit transepidermal water loss and prevent maceration. Traditional hydrocolloid appliances manage moisture by absorbing water, but this can lead to saturation and moisture-associated skin damage (MASD), as well as increased adhesion and resultant skin tears on removal, known as medical adhesive-related skin injury (MARSI). However, novel silicone compounds have been developed with a distinct evaporation-based mechanism of moisture management. This uses colloidal separation to allow the passage of water vapour at a rate equivalent to normal transepidermal water loss. It has been shown to minimise MASD, increase wear time and permit atraumatic removal without the use of adhesive solvents. Trio Healthcare has introduced this technology with a range of silicone-based flange extenders and is working with the University of Bradford Centre for Skin Sciences on prototype silicone-based stoma appliance flanges designed to significantly reduce the incidence of peristomal skin complications, such as MARSI and MASD. It is hoped that this will also increase appliance wear time, reduce costs and improve patient quality of life.
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- Thomas Swift
- Lecturer in Polymer Chemistry, University of Bradford
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- Business Manager, Faculty of Life Sciences, University of Bradford
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Soft silicone's flexibility, adhesive capacity and non-toxic, non-odourous and hypoallergenic nature have made it an established material for adhesive and protective therapeutic devices. In wound care, silicone is a component of contact layer dressings for superficial wounds and silicone gel sheeting for reducing the risk of scarring, as well as of barriers for incontinence-associated dermatitis. Regarding stoma accessories, silicone is established in barrier films to prevent contact dermatitis, adhesive removers to prevent skin stripping and filler gels to prevent appliance leaks. Until recently, silicone has not been used in stoma appliances flanges, as its hydrophobic nature has not allowed for moisture management to permit trans-epidermal water loss and prevent maceration. Traditional hydrocolloid appliances manage moisture by absorbing water, but this can lead to saturation and moisture-associated skin damage (MASD), as well as increased adhesion and resultant skin tears on removal, known as medical adhesive-related skin injury (MARSI). However, novel silicone compounds have been developed with a distinct evaporation-based mechanism of moisture management. This uses colloidal separation to allow the passage of water vapour at a rate equivalent to normal trans-epidermal water loss. It has been shown to minimise MASD, increase wear time and permit atraumatic removal without the use of adhesive solvents. Trio Healthcare has introduced this technology with a range of silicone-based flange extenders and is working with the University of Bradford Centre for Skin Sciences on prototype silicone-based stoma appliance flanges designed to significantly reduce the incidence of peristomal skin complications, such as MARSI and MASD. It is hoped that this will also increase appliance wear time, reduce costs and improve patient quality of life.
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- Thomas Swift
- Lecturer in Polymer Chemistry, University of Bradford
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- Business Manager, Faculty of Life Sciences, University of Bradford
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Li O, Wu L, Huang Y, Zheng M, Liu M. Nursing care for infants after enterostomy: Experience with 483 cases over a 5‐year period. J Nurs Manag 2019; 27:1614-1619. [PMID: 31424580 DOI: 10.1111/jonm.12844] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/11/2019] [Revised: 08/13/2019] [Accepted: 08/14/2019] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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- Ou‐min Li
- Department of Pediatric Surgery Fujian Provincial Maternity and Children's Hospital Fuzhou China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery Fujian Provincial Maternity and Children's Hospital Fuzhou China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery Fujian Provincial Maternity and Children's Hospital Fuzhou China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery Fujian Provincial Maternity and Children's Hospital Fuzhou China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery Fujian Provincial Maternity and Children's Hospital Fuzhou China
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Scientific and Clinical Abstracts From WOCNext 2019. J Wound Ostomy Continence Nurs 2019; 46:S1-S70. [DOI: 10.1097/won.0000000000000530] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Zhao H, He Y, Huang H, Ling Y, Zhou X, Wei Q, Lei Y, Ying Y. Prevalence of medical adhesive-related skin injury at peripherally inserted central catheter insertion site in oncology patients. J Vasc Access 2018; 19:23-7. [PMID: 29148003 DOI: 10.5301/jva.5000805] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Introduction: The aim of our study was to identify the prevalence and risk factors of medical adhesive-related skin injuries (MARSI) at peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC) insertion site in oncology patients. Methods: A cross-sectional observational study lasting two weeks was carried out in four inpatient departments. Skin assessment data and photographs of skin were collected during PICC maintenance. Other related information came from medical records. The skin injuries were classified by dermatologists and PICC specialized nurses. MARSI prevalence was calculated and the associated factors were analyzed statistically. Results: All 419 patients were included. The prevalence of total MARSI at PICC insertion site was 125, (29.83%), including mechanical skin injury (73, 17.42%), contact dermatitis (CD) (39, 9.31%), moisture-associated skin damage (11, 2.63%), folliculitis (2, 0.48%). Multivariate analysis identified two independent risk factors for MARSI including age ≥50 y (p = 0.031, odds ratio [OR] = 4.521, 95% confidence interval [CI] [1.389, 20.620]) and hematologic malignancies (p = 0.000, OR = 2.514, 95% CI [1.590,3.97]. Oxaliplatin and arsenic trioxide infusion through PICC, history of skin allergies was associated with CD, with p = 0.020, OR = 3.492, 95% CI (1.220, 9.990); p = 0.003, OR = 4.565, 95% CI (1.661,12.547); p = 0.000, OR = 12.333, 95% CI (3.669, 41.454), respectively. Conclusions: MARSI at PICC insertion site is a frequent event among oncology patients. Epidemiological data and independent risk factors are presented in our study, which provide a basis for future study in this area.
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Individuals living with an ostomy may suffer from a variety of peri-stomal skin complications related to the use of their stoma appliance or accessories. These conditions can be serious enough to significantly impact on a patient's quality of life and may result in severe clinical complications (such as infection). This article is a review of the literature with the objective of investigating and presenting evidence for the well-documented use of aloe vera in the prevention of skin conditions similar to those seen in peri-stomal skin complications. An exploration for the potential use of aloe vera directly or indirectly (as an adjunct to medical devices such as wafers) in stoma patients is presented with the view that this use may be beneficial in the prevention of such peri-stomal skin complications.
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- Mark Rippon
- Visiting Clinical Research Fellow, School of Human and Health Sciences, University of Huddersfield
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- Clinical Lead, Research & Development, Salts Healthcare Ltd, Aston, Birmingham B7 4AA
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- Professor and Director for the Institute of Skin Integrity and Infection Prevention, School of Human and Health Sciences, University of Huddersfield
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Most stoma flanges are made of hydrocolloid material. Hydrocolloid is a hydrophilic material that attracts water, potentially resulting in moisture becoming trapped between the flange and skin. Also, as hydrocolloids are absorbent, the material breaks down over time, and there is a risk that some of the adhesive can remain on the skin on removal. Unlike hydrocolloids, silicone comprises fully cross-linked silicone polymers whose properties have been engineered to manage moisture without breaking down (i.e. manage the transepidermal water loss (TEWL)). A questionnaire survey was undertaken to determine ostomates' perceptions of silicone versus hydrocolloid stoma care products (both flanges and seals). The survey was sent to 229 ostomates who had used silicone seals, of whom 78 returned it (a response rate of 34%). The results suggest that use of the silicone seals resulted in a improvement in the condition of the peristomal skin condition, reduced leakage and increased wear time. Further research into this area is required.
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- Sharon Hunt
- Lead Advanced Nurse Practitioner General Practice, Independent Specialist Wound Care Wellway Medical Group
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- Anna Boyles
- Nurse Specialist, Stoma Care, King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
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- Lead Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Wellway Medical Group, Independent Specialist Wound Care
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Beitz JM, Colwell JC. Management Approaches to Stomal and Peristomal Complications: A Narrative Descriptive Study. J Wound Ostomy Continence Nurs 2016; 43:263-8. [DOI: 10.1097/won.0000000000000215] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Advanced silicone technology has transformed the treatment of wounds and peri-wound skin. Recently, there has been interest in the use of silicone-based products in stoma care. Peristomal skin issues are a common problem, and can have a negative impact on the patient's quality of life, so helping the ostomate maintain good skin health is crucial. The author, a stoma care nurse, regularly sees 3-4 patients each week in her stoma care clinic with damaged or broken peristomal skin. This article explores the 'Trio' range of silicone-based accessories, discussing how these products compare with the traditional hydrocolloid, how they are applied and used. A series of case studies illustrates the circumstances in which these products may be applied.
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- Elaine Cronin
- Lead Nurse Stoma Care, Whittington Health NHS Trust, London
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