Deterioro de la piel asociado con aseguramiento del dispositivo de acceso intravascular / Skin breakdown associated with securing of the intravascular access device / Ruptura da pele associada à fixação do dispositivo de acesso intravascular

El deterioro de la piel asociado con adhesivos de uso médico en dispositivos de acceso intra-vascular es un evento adverso que puede contribuir a la interrupción de la terapia de infusión intravascular. La Sociedad de enfermeras de infusión recomienda usar tecnologías de protec-ción como apósito estéril para aseguramiento del catéter y cinta quirúrgica para aseguramien-to complementario. Objetivo: Analizar las causas y prevalencia del deterioro de la piel aso-ciado con aseguramiento del dispositivo de acceso intravascular. Métodos: Estudio analítico, de corte transversal. Para recolectar datos se empleó un formato digital y observación directa a pacientes hospitalizados (n=813) con algún dispositivo de aseguramiento en acceso intra-vascular central o periférico, y aseguramiento complementario con cinta quirúrgica, dando seguimiento durante 7 días en febrero 2020. Resultados: El deterioro de la piel incluyó de-sprendimiento de epidermis, maceración, dermatitis irritativa por contacto y alérgica, con prevalencia de 2.2%. Se atribuyeron a catéter venoso central (f=8), catéter venoso periférico (f=7) y cinta quirúrgica para aseguramiento complementario del apósito transparente (f=3). Discusión: Las causas de deterioro de la piel se debieron al tipo de dispositivo y material implementado para aseguramiento; en la mayoría de casos las lesiones se encontraron en accesos venosos periféricos, seguida de accesos venosos centrales, siendo el aseguramiento complementario la menor causa de deterioro de la piel. Conclusiones: La técnica correcta de aplicación y retiro de insumos adhesivos de estabilización y aseguramiento del catéter intravascular evitará el desprendimiento de los mismos, lesiones de piel e interrupción de la terapia de infusión intravascular

Deterioration of the skin associated with medical adhesives in intravascular access devices is an adverse event that can contribute to the discontinuation of intravascular infusion ther-apy. The Society of Infusion Nurses recommends the use of protective technologies such as sterile dressing for catheter securing and surgical tape for supplemental securing. Objective: To analyze the causes and prevalence of skin deterioration associated with securing the intravascular access device. Methods: Analytical, cross-sectional study. To collect data, a digital format and direct observation of hospitalized patients (n = 813) were used with some device for securing in central or peripheral intravascular access, and complementary securing with surgical tape, with follow-up for 7 days in February 2020. Results: The Skin deterioration included epidermal detachment, maceration, irritant contact and allergic dermatitis, with a prevalence of 2.2%. They were attributed to central venous catheter (f = 8), peripheral venous catheter (f = 7) and surgical tape for complementary securing of the transparent dressing (f = 3). Discussion: The causes of skin deterioration were due to the type of device and mate-rial implemented for belaying; In the majority of cases, the lesions were found in peripheral venous accesses, followed by central venous accesses, with supplementary insurance being the least cause of skin deterioration. Conclusions: The correct technique for applying and removing adhesive supplies for stabilization and securing of the intravascular catheter will avoid their detachment, skin lesions and interruption of intravascular infusion therapy

A deterioração da pele associada a adesivos médicos em dispositivos de acesso intravascular é um evento adverso que pode contribuir para a descontinuação da terapia de infusão intra-vascular. A Society of Infusion Nurses recomenda o uso de tecnologias de proteção, como curativo estéril para fixação do cateter e esparadrapo para fixação suplementar. Objetivo: Analisar as causas e a prevalência da deterioração da pele associada à fixação do dispositivo de acesso intravascular. Métodos: Estudo analítico, transversal. Para a coleta de dados, uti-lizou-se o formato digital e observação direta dos pacientes internados (n = 813) com algum dispositivo de fixação em acesso intravascular central ou periférico e a fixação complementar com esparadrapo, com seguimento de 7 dias em fevereiro de 2020. Resultados: A deterio-ração da pele incluiu descolamento epidérmico, maceração, contato com irritante e dermatite alérgica, com prevalência de 2,2%. Foram atribuídos a cateter venoso central (f = 8), cateter venoso periférico (f = 7) e esparadrapo para fixação complementar do curativo transparente (f = 3). Discussão: As causas da deterioração da pele foram devido ao tipo de dispositivo e material implementado para amarração; Na maioria dos casos, as lesões foram encontradas em acessos venosos periféricos, seguidos de acessos venosos centrais, sendo a amarração suplementar a menor causa de deterioração da pele. Conclusões: A técnica correta de apli-cação e retirada de suprimentos adesivos para estabilização e fixação do cateter intravascular evitará seu descolamento, lesões cutâneas e interrupção da terapia de infusão intravascular

Silicone tape versus micropore tape to prevent medical adhesive-related skin injuries: systematic review and meta-analysis / Fita de silicone versus fita microporosa para prevenção de lesão cutânea relacionada a adesivos médicos: revisão sistemática e metanálise

Objective: This study aims to compare the efficacy and safety of silicone tapes compared to microporous tapes in patients with fragile skin. Methods: A systematic review of the scientific literature was carried out. Clinical trials that compared silicone tape for medical use with the microporous tape in preterm newborns, newborns, children, elders, or people with increased risk of MARSI were included. This report followed the principles of the PRISMA statement. Results: Three randomized controlled trials were included. The silicone tape was associated with fewer injuries (RR = 0.53; p-value = 0.03), but no difference was found in terms of prevention of moderate or severe injuries (RR = 0.25; p-value = 0.20). Silicone tapes produce significantly less edema/erythema response than microporous tapes in children (MD = -0.42; p-value < 0.0001). The quality of evidence was considered very low. Conclusion: The evidence suggests that silicone tapes may be gentler to patients' skin than microporous tapes. However, no study reported data on the outcomes of interest. The studies have small samples, a short time horizon, and the quality of evidence was considered very low. There is insufficient information to allow the recommendation of silicone tapes to prevent skin injuries compared to microporous tapes.

Objetivo: O objetivo deste estudo é avaliar a eficácia e a segurança das fitas de silicone comparadas às fitas microporosas em pacientes com pele frágil. Métodos: Uma revisão sistemática da literatura foi conduzida. Ensaios clínicos que compararam a fita de silicone para uso médico com a fita microporosa em pacientes prematuros, neonatos, crianças, idosos ou pessoas com risco aumentado de lesão por adesivos médicos foram incluídos. Esse relato seguiu os princípios do relatório PRISMA. Resultados: Três ensaios clínicos randomizados foram incluídos. As fitas de silicone foram associadas a menor risco de lesões (RR = 0,53; valor-p = 0,03), mas não foi observada diferença em termos de lesões moderadas ou graves (RR = 0,25; valor-p = 0,20), e produziram significativamente menos edema/eritema que fitas microporosas em crianças (MD = -0,42; valor-p < 0,0001). A qualidade da evidência foi considerada baixa. Conclusão: A evidência sugere que as fitas de silicone são mais gentis à pele dos pacientes que as fitas microporosas. No entanto, nenhum estudo incluído reportou dados sobre os desfechos de interesse. Os estudos tinham amostras pequenas, horizonte temporal curto e qualidade de evidência muito baixa. A informação existente é insuficiente para possibilitar a recomendação das fitas de silicone para prevenção de lesões cutâneas em comparação com as fitas microporosas.

AVALIAÇÃO DA CONTAMINAÇÃO MICROBIANA EM FITAS E RESINAS IDENTIFICADORAS DE INSTRUMENTAL CIRÚRGICO / Assessment of microbial contamination in surgical instrument identication tapes and resins / Evaluación de la contaminación microbiana en cintas y resinas identificadoras de instrumental quirúrgico

Objetivo: Avaliar a esterilidade de fitas coloridas e resinas utilizadas como identificadores em instrumentos cirúrgicos. Método: Foi realizado um estudo experimental, laboratorial, que utilizou uma amostra de 140 instrumentos cirúrgicos diversos, de aço inoxidável, identificados com fita ou resina, doados voluntariamente por Centros de Material e Esterilização para a presente investigação. As amostras foram inoculadas diretamente em trypticase soy broth (TSB) e em tioglicolato de sódio e incubadas por 14 dias. Resultados: Foi observado crescimento positivo em três amostras de fita e nenhum crescimento foi observado nas amostras de resina. Conclusão: Marcadores de instrumental do tipo fita albergaram microrganismos nos instrumentais avaliados, possivelmente protegidos por biofilme

Objective: To assess the sterility of colored tapes and resins used to identify surgical instruments. Method: We conducted an experimental laboratory study, which used a sample of 140 different stainless-steel surgical instruments, identified with tape or resin, voluntarily donated by Central Sterile Services Department to this research. The samples were inoculated directly into trypticase soy broth (TSB) and sodium thioglycolate and incubated for 14 days. Results: We found positive growth in three tape samples and none in resin samples. Conclusion: Identification tapes harbored microorganisms in the instruments assessed, possibly protected by biofilm

Objetivo: evaluar la esterilidad de las cintas de colores y las resinas utilizadas para identificar los instrumentos quirúrgicos. Método: Realizamos un estudio de laboratorio experimental, que utilizó una muestra de 140 instrumentos quirúrgicos de diferentes aceros inoxidable, identificados con cinta o resina, donados voluntariamente por el Departamento Central de Servicios Estériles para esta investigación. Las muestras se inocularon directamente en caldo de cultivo de soja tripticasa (TSB) y tioglicolato de sodio y se incubaron durante 14 días. Resultados: Encontramos un crecimiento positivo en tres muestras de cinta y ninguna en muestras de resina. Conclusión: las cintas de identificación albergaban microorganismos en los instrumentos evaluados, posiblemente protegidos por biofilm

Characteristics Influencing the Occurrence of Respiratory Medical Device-related Pressure Ulcers in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit

PURPOSE: This prospective study was conducted to determine the incidence and related characteristics of respiratory medical device-related pressure ulcers (MDRPU) in children admitted to a pediatric intensive care unit (PICU). METHODS: The participants were 184 children who were admitted to the PICU of P University Hospital from April 2016 to January 2017. Data were collected on the occurrence of respiratory MDRPU and characteristics regarding the application of respiratory medical devices. RESULTS: Respiratory MDRPU occurred in 11.9% of participants (58.3%: stage I ulcers, 37.5%: mucosal ulcers). The devices associated with respiratory MDRPU were endotracheal tubes (54.2%), high-flow nasal cannulas (37.5%), and oximetry probes (8.3%). Respiratory MDRPU associated with an endotracheal tube were significant differences according to the site and strength of fixation, the use of a bite block and adhesive tape, skin dryness, and edema. In high-flow nasal cannulas, significant differences were found according to the site of fixation, immobility after fixation, and skin dryness. CONCLUSION: The occurrence of respiratory MDRPU is significantly affected by the method and strength of fixation, as well as skin dryness and edema. Therefore, appropriate consideration of these factors in nursing care can help prevent respiratory MDRPU.

Practical Recommendations for Preoperative Skin Antisepsis / Recomendaciones prácticas para la antisepsia preoperatoria de la piel

Abstract The search for strategies for the reduction of Surgical Site infection (SSI) is a priority, given the impact those infections have on the outcome of the patients. The preope rative patient skin antisepsis, has recently gained greater significance in the prevention of SSI, as one of the critical factors, which can be intervened and can reduce the risk of infection. In recent years, comprehensive investigations have been published, not only dedicated to the comparison of antiseptic solutions, application techniques, but also about the importance of preoperative washing, use of surgical tapes and dressings impregnated with antiseptics, and preoperative shaving. This review outlines the key findings related to the preoperative patient's skin antisepsis and offers a protocol with practical recommendations to be implemented in the institutions of our country. It provides evidence based recommendations about the use of antiseptic solutions (povidone iodine, chlorhexidine, chlorhexidine plus alcohol, etc.) with emphasis on the advantages and disadvantages of each one.

Medical adhesive related skin injury after dental surgery

An 87-year-old woman was referred for the extraction of residual teeth and removal of tori prior to prosthetic treatment. After surgery under general anesthesia, the surgical tape was removed to detach the bispectral index sensor and the hair cover. After the surgical tape was removed, skin injury occurred on the left side of her face. After epidermis repositioning and ointment application, a dressing was placed over the injury. Her wound was found to have healed completely on follow-up examination. Medical adhesive related skin injury (MARSI) is a complication that can occur after surgery and subjects at the extremes of age with fragile skin are at a higher risk for such injuries. Careful assessment of the risk factors associated with MARSI is an absolute necessity.

Fita microporosa para fixação de enxertos cutâneos / The use of a microporous tape for fixing skin grafts

Introdução: A fixação do enxerto cutâneo é essencial para sua integração no leito receptor. A literatura apresenta várias técnicas de fixação, porém, o uso da fita de microporosa é pouco relatado. O objetivo é demonstrar e divulgar o uso da fita microporosa na fixação do enxerto cutâneo Métodos: Estudo prospectivo, realizado de janeiro de 2014 a janeiro de 2016. Em 40 pacientes foi utilizada a fita microporosa esterilizada como método isolado para a fixação do enxerto Resultados: Enxertos cutâneos apresentaram resultado satisfatório sem mobilização e, consequentemente, boa integração. Conclusão: O uso da fita microporosa esterilizada é um excelente método para a fixação de enxertos cutâneos, por ser simples, rápido e seguro.

Introduction: Fixing a skin graft is essential to its integration in the recipient bed. The literature presents several fixation techniques. However, only few reports on the use of microporous tape are available. This study aims to demonstrate and promote the use of microporous tape in fixing skin grafts. Methods: A prospective study was performed from January 2014 to January 2016. In 40 patients, a sterilized microporous tape was used as an isolated method to fix skin grafts. Results: The use of skin graft immobilization showed satisfactory results and consequently good integration. Conclusion: The use of a sterilized microporous tape is an excellent method for fixing skin grafts because it is easy, fast, and safe to use.

Analysis of biomechanical parameters in colonic anastomosis / Análise de parâmetros biomecânicos em anastomoses colônicas

ABSTRACT Background: The use of measures in colonic anastomoses to prevent dehiscences is of great medical interest. Sugarcane molasses, which has adequate tolerability and compatibility in vivo, has not yet been tested for this purpose. Aim: To analyze the biomechanical parameters of colonic suture in rats undergoing colectomy, using sugarcane molasses polysaccharide as tape or gel. Methods: 45 Wistar rats (Rattus norvegicus albinus) were randomized into three groups of 15 animals: irrigation of enteric sutures with 0.9% saline solution; application of sugarcane molasses polysaccharide as tape; and sugarcane molasses polysaccharide as gel. The rats underwent colon ressection, with subsequent reanastomosis using polypropylene suture; they were treated according to their respective groups. Five rats from each group were evaluated at different times after the procedure: 30, 90 and 180 days postoperatively. The following variables were evaluated: maximum rupture force, modulus of elasticity and specific deformation of maximum force. Results: The biomechanical variables among the scheduled times and treatment groups were statistically calculated. The characteristics of maximum rupture force and modulus of elasticity of the specimens remained identical, regardless of treatment with saline, polysaccharide gel or tape, and treatment time. However, it was found that the specific deformation of maximum force of the intestinal wall was higher after 180 days in the group treated with sugarcane polysaccharide gel (p=0.09). Conclusion: Compared to control, it was detected greater elasticity of the intestinal wall in mice treated with sugarcane polysaccharide gel, without changing other biomechanical characteristics, regardless of type or time of treatment.

RESUMO Racional: A aplicação de produtos em anastomoses colônicas que possam prevenir o surgimento de deiscências são de grande interesse médico. O emprego do polissacarídeo de melaço de cana-de-açúcar (Saccharum officinarum), que possui adequada tolerabilidade e compatibilidade in vivo, ainda não foi testado para este fim. Objetivo: Analisar os parâmetros biomecânicos em suturas colônicas de ratos submetidos à colectomia esquerda após aplicação de fita ou gel do polissacarídeo do melaço da cana-de-açúcar no sítio cirúrgico. Métodos: Quarenta e cinco ratos (Rattus norvegicus albinus da linhagem Wistar) foram sorteados em três grupos de 15 submetidos a: irrigação das suturas entéricas com soro fisiológico a 0,9%; aplicação de fita de polissacarídeo do melaço da cana-de-açúcar; e aplicação do gel do mesmo melaço. Os ratos foram submetidos à colectomia esquerda com anastomose primária, e tratados segundo os respectivos grupos. Cinco ratos de cada grupo foram avaliados em diferentes tempos após o procedimento: 30º, 90º e 180º dias de pós-operatório. Foram avaliadas as variáveis de força máxima de ruptura, módulo de elasticidade e deformação específica da força máxima. Resultados: As variáveis biomecânicas entre os tempos de coleta da pesquisa e os grupos de tratamento foram analisados estatisticamente. As características biomecânicas de força máxima de ruptura e o módulo de elasticidade do corpo de prova permaneceram idênticas, independente do tratamento com soro, fita ou gel de polissacarídeo, e do tempo de tratamento. No entanto, foi evidenciada maior deformação específica da força máxima da parede intestinal, aos 180 dias nos ratos tratados com gel de polissacarídeo de cana-de-açúcar. (p=0,09). Conclusão: Em relação ao controle, foi detectada maior elasticidade da parede intestinal nos ratos tratados com gel de polissacarídeo de cana-de-açúcar, sem alteração de outras características biomecânicas, independente do tipo ou tempo de tratamento.

Análisis comparativo entre la colocación medio-uretral de malla sintética (cinta vaginal sin tensión [TVT] y cinta a través del músculo obturador [TOT]); en el tratamiento quirúrgico de la incontinencia urinaria de esfuerzo en mujeres en un período de tiempo de 3 años (2009-2012) / Comparative analysis between the mid-urethral synthetic tape (tension-free vaginal tape [TVT] and transobturator tape [TOT]); in the surgical treatment of stress incontinence in women in a three-year period (2009 ­ 2012)

Introducción: la incontinencia urinaria de esfuerzo es la pérdida involuntaria de orina debido al aumento de presión intra- abdominal. El abordaje vaginal por cinta mediouretral es actualmente el método quirúrgico de elección para el tratamiento de IUE con las técnicas: cinta vaginal sin tensión (TVT) y cinta a través del músculo obturador (TOT). Objetivo: determinar la eficacia y complicaciones observadas after the placement of synthetic midurethral sling for the surgical treatment of urinary incontinence in a period of 3 years at HCAM. posterior a la colocación mediouretral de malla sintética TVT y TOT en el tratamiento quirúrgico de la incontinencia urinaria de esfuerzo en un período de 3 años en el HCAM. Materiales y métodos: se realizó un análisis retrospectivo en pacientes que fueron sometidas a cirugía con la colocación de malla mediouretral para IUE en el HCAM. 218 pacientes fueron estudiados, se registraron datos clínico-demográficos, perioperatorios, transoperatorios, y del seguimiento postoperatorio incluidas complicaciones y mejoría clínica de la IU para evaluar la eficacia y seguridad de los métodos. TVT en la apreciación subjetiva y objetiva de la mejoría clínica (87% vs 82% y 92% vs 90% respectivamente). La perforación vesical se presentó en el 14% en el grupo TVT vs 0.5% del grupo TOT. Complicaciones graves que llevaron a reoperación se presentaron mayoritariamente en el grupo TVT (4.8% vs 2.25% / p= 0.356). Conclusiones: comparativamente, ambas técnicas mostraron similar eficacia a través del tiempo de estudio. Sin embargo TOT tendría menos complicaciones, especialmente en referencia a la perforación vesical. Además, TVT requirió mayor tiempo operatorio, estancia hospitalaria.

Introduction: stress urinary incontinence is the involuntary loss of urine due to increased intra-abdominal pressure. The vaginal approach using midurethral slings is now the most common surgical method for the treatment of SUI with two main techniques: tension free vaginal sling [TVT] and transobturator midurethral sling [TOT]. Objective: to determine the efficacy and complications observed after the placement of synthetic midurethral sling for the surgical treatment of urinary incontinence in a period of 3 years at HCAM. Materials and methods: a retrospective analysis was performed in patients who underwent surgery with placement of midurethral sling for the surgical treatment of SUI at HCAM. 218 patients were studied; clinical-demographics, perioperative, intraoperative, and postoperative complications including monitoring data and clinical improvement of SUI were recorded to assess the efficacy and safety of methods. Results: the TOT group prevailed in effectiveness with no statistically significant difference with respect to the TVT group in assessing subjective and objective clinical improvement (87% vs 82 % and 92 % vs 90 % respectively). Bladder perforation occurred in 14% in the TVT group vs. 0.5 % of the TOT group. Severe complications leading to re operation were mainly presented in the TVT group (4.8 % vs 2.25 % / p=0.356). Conclusions: comparatively, both techniques showed similar efficacy over time of study. However TOT would have fewer complications, bladder perforation being the most important. In addition, TVT required longer operative time, hospital stay.

Design of the Rolling Type Nasal Feeding Perfusion Apparatus / 中国医疗器械杂志

At present, the existing problem in nasal feeding perfusion apparatus is laborious and instability. Designing the rolling type perfusion apparatus by using a roller pump, the problem is solved. Compared with the traditional perfusion apparatus, the advantage lies in liquid carrying only need once and simulating human swallowing process. Through testing and verification, the apparatus can be used in nasal feeding perfusion for elderly or patients.

The Usefulness of Leukosan SkinLink for Simple Facial Laceration Repair in the Emergency Department

BACKGROUND: Repair of facial laceration in the emergency department can pose a number of difficulties. Children can be uncooperative, but adults can also be if they have sustained head trauma or are intoxicated. Leukosan SkinLink consists of topical adhesive and adhesive tape that can be applied easily to long or tense wounds. In this study, the authors compared conventional suturing with Leukosan SkinLink for facial laceration patients in the emergency department. METHODS: The prospective study was carried out from March 2013 to September 2013 with linear facial laceration patients visiting the emergency department. Exclusion criteria were open fractures, joint injuries, skin defects, hairy skin, and mucosa. The author used Leukosan SkinLink for skin closure in the experimental group and used conventional suturing in the control group. The scar evaluation using the Patient and Observer Scar Assessment Scale (POSAS) along with satisfaction scores, procedure times, and complications were compared. RESULTS: A total of 77 patients (30 in the control group and 47 in the experimental group) participated and underwent follow-up for 6 months postoperatively. The scar assessment using the POSAS and the satisfaction score in both groups were similar. The average procedure time in the experimental group was shorter. In the control group, there were four cases of wound dehiscence, two of infection, and one of skin necrosis, whereas four cases of wound dehiscence and one allergic reaction occurred in the experimental group. CONCLUSIONS: With a simple application technique, Leukosan SkinLink is a new effective method for facial laceration repair especially useful for children and uncooperative adults.

Intraoperative Observation of the Degree and Pattern of Urine Leakage before Adjustment of the Mesh during a Transobturator Tape Procedure / 전남의대학술지

Most intraoperative provocative tests previously reported were performed after mesh adjustment to confirm the absence of urine leakage. Instead, our test was performed before adjustment of the mesh to control the tape tension after observing the pattern of the urine leakage. We studied whether this method had an effect on the success rate of transobturator tape (TOT) procedures. A total of 96 patients were included: 47 patients underwent TOT procedures without intraoperative testing (Group I) and 49 patients underwent TOT procedures with testing (Group II). Bladder filling was performed with at least 300 ml of normal saline during the test. After observing the pattern of the urine leakage before adjustment of the mesh by coughing or manual pressure on the suprapubic area, we controlled the mesh tension. In Group I, which did not undergo the intraoperative test, the Valsalva leak-point pressure, cough leak-point pressure, preoperative and postoperative peak flow velocity (Qmax), and postvoiding residual urine (PVR) were 86.46 cmH2O, 101.91 cmH2O, 20.82 ml/s, 22.74 ml/s, 19.77 ml, and 45.98 ml, respectively. Changes in the postoperative and preoperative Qmax and PVR were 1.92 ml/s and 26.21 ml, respectively. In Group II, in which the test was applied, the corresponding results were 85.50 cmH2O, 100.45 cmH2O, 25.60 ml/s, 26.90 ml/s, 17.16 ml, and 29.67 ml, respectively. Changes in the postoperative and preoperative Qmax and PVR were 1.3 ml/s and 12.51 ml, respectively. The two groups showed no significant differences in any of the variables. In Group I, the cure and improvement rates were 70.2% and 27.7%, respectively. In Group II, the rates were 91.8% and 8.2%, respectively. Group II had a significantly higher success rate than Group I (p value= 0.011). In the univariable logistic regression analysis, Group II exhibited a higher odds ratio (4.771) than Group I in terms of cure rate, and Group II had a higher success rate than Group I (p value=0.011). In the multivariable logistic regression analysis, Group II exhibited a higher odds ratio (4.700) than Group I in terms of cure rate under calculation of the variables (namely, age, hypertension, preoperative Qmax, and PVR), and the cure rate of Group II was verified to be significantly higher than that of Group I (p value=0.019). We suggest that our test is an effective method to confirm whether adequate tension is being applied to the tape. Our method presents some advantages in that surgeons can control and adjust the tension of the mesh after observing the degree and pattern of the urine leakage.

Intraoperative Observation of the Degree and Pattern of Urine Leakage before Adjustment of the Mesh during a Transobturator Tape Procedure / 전남의대학술지

Most intraoperative provocative tests previously reported were performed after mesh adjustment to confirm the absence of urine leakage. Instead, our test was performed before adjustment of the mesh to control the tape tension after observing the pattern of the urine leakage. We studied whether this method had an effect on the success rate of transobturator tape (TOT) procedures. A total of 96 patients were included: 47 patients underwent TOT procedures without intraoperative testing (Group I) and 49 patients underwent TOT procedures with testing (Group II). Bladder filling was performed with at least 300 ml of normal saline during the test. After observing the pattern of the urine leakage before adjustment of the mesh by coughing or manual pressure on the suprapubic area, we controlled the mesh tension. In Group I, which did not undergo the intraoperative test, the Valsalva leak-point pressure, cough leak-point pressure, preoperative and postoperative peak flow velocity (Qmax), and postvoiding residual urine (PVR) were 86.46 cmH2O, 101.91 cmH2O, 20.82 ml/s, 22.74 ml/s, 19.77 ml, and 45.98 ml, respectively. Changes in the postoperative and preoperative Qmax and PVR were 1.92 ml/s and 26.21 ml, respectively. In Group II, in which the test was applied, the corresponding results were 85.50 cmH2O, 100.45 cmH2O, 25.60 ml/s, 26.90 ml/s, 17.16 ml, and 29.67 ml, respectively. Changes in the postoperative and preoperative Qmax and PVR were 1.3 ml/s and 12.51 ml, respectively. The two groups showed no significant differences in any of the variables. In Group I, the cure and improvement rates were 70.2% and 27.7%, respectively. In Group II, the rates were 91.8% and 8.2%, respectively. Group II had a significantly higher success rate than Group I (p value= 0.011). In the univariable logistic regression analysis, Group II exhibited a higher odds ratio (4.771) than Group I in terms of cure rate, and Group II had a higher success rate than Group I (p value=0.011). In the multivariable logistic regression analysis, Group II exhibited a higher odds ratio (4.700) than Group I in terms of cure rate under calculation of the variables (namely, age, hypertension, preoperative Qmax, and PVR), and the cure rate of Group II was verified to be significantly higher than that of Group I (p value=0.019). We suggest that our test is an effective method to confirm whether adequate tension is being applied to the tape. Our method presents some advantages in that surgeons can control and adjust the tension of the mesh after observing the degree and pattern of the urine leakage.

Buddy Taping: Is It a Safe Method for Treatment of Finger and Toe Injuries?

BACKGROUND: Buddy taping is a well known and useful method for treating sprains, dislocations, and other injuries of the fingers or toes. However, the authors have often seen complications associated with buddy taping such as necrosis of the skin, infections, loss of fixation, and limited joint motion. To our knowledge, there are no studies regarding the complications of buddy taping. The purpose of this study was to report the current consensus on treating finger and toe injuries and complications of buddy taping by using a specifically designed questionnaire. METHODS: A questionnaire was designed for this study, which was regarding whether the subjects were prescribed buddy taping to treat finger and toe injuries, reasons for not using it, in what step of injury treatment it was use, indications, complications, kinds of tape for fixation, and special methods for preventing skin injury. Fifty-five surgeons agreed to participate in the study and the survey was performed in a direct interview manner at the annual meetings of the Korean Pediatric Orthopedic Association and Korean Society for Surgery of the Hand, in 2012. RESULTS: Forty-eight surgeons (87%) used buddy taping to treat finger and toe injuries, especially proximal interphalangeal (PIP) injuries of the hand, finger fractures, toe fractures, metacarpophalangeal injuries of the hand, and PIP injuries of the foot. Sixty-five percent of the surgeons experienced low compliance. Forty-five percent of the surgeons observed skin injuries on the adhesive area of the tape, and skin injuries between the injured finger and healthy finger were observed by 45% of the surgeons. CONCLUSIONS: This study sheds light on the current consensus and complications of buddy taping among physicians. Low compliance and skin injury should be considered when the clinician treats finger and toe injuries by using buddy taping.

Efficacy of adhesive taping in controlling genu recurvatum in diplegic children: a pilot study

Adhesive taping has been commonly used to improve the performance through supporting joint structure and reducing pain. Restoring knee alignment in diplegic children is critical in an effective treatment program. The purpose of this article is to investigate whether adhesive taping is effective in controlling genu recurvatum in diplegic cerebral palsy children. Fourteen children with diplegic cerebral palsy [8 boys and 6 girls with a mean age of 6.22 years], participated in a 12-week program. Children were assigned randomly to one of two groups: therapeutic taping + physical therapy or knee cage + physical therapy. Therapeutic taping was applied for periods of up to 60 h over knee. The effects were assessed with the Gross Motor Function Measure [GMFM-88], Auto CAD, Screen protractor at baseline and 12 weeks after treatment. The primary outcome measure was knee angulations, using Auto CAD and screen protractor software. The Gross Motor Function Measure-88 [GMFM-88] standing and walking subsections were the secondary outcome measures. No significant differences were found between groups over time. Adhesive taping does not evoke a positive change in controlling genu recurvatum in children with diplegic cerebral palsy

Resultados y complicaciones postoperatorias del abordaje con cinta transobturatriz (TOT) en usuarias con incontinencia urinaria, atendidas en el Hospital III-Suárez-Angamos - EsSalud durante el año 2009-2010 / Results and postoperative complications of boarding with transobturator tape (TOT) in users with urinary incontinence, attended at the Hospital III-Suarez-Angamos-EsSalud during the year 2009-2010

OBJETIVOS: Determinar los resultados y las principales complicaciones post operatorias del abordaje con Cinta Trans-obturatriz (TOT) en usuarias con Incontinencia Urinaria atendidas en el Hospital III-Suárez-Angamos-Essalud durante el año 2009-2010. METODOLOGIA: El estudio es de tipo observacional descriptivo, transversal y prospectivo. Se evaluaron a 143 pacientes las cuales se atendieron en el Hospital III-Suárez-Essalud Angamos durante el periodo 2009 y 2010. Se estimó para las variables cualitativas la frecuencia absoluta y relativa. Para el caso de variables cuantitativas se estimaron las medidas de tendencia central como media, mediana, y medidas de dispersión como desviación estándar y rango. El análisis se realizó con el programa estadístico SPSS versión 20. RESULTADOS: La edad promedio de las pacientes es 66.3 años, la mayoría fue estado civil casada (45.5 por ciento) y el 74.1 por ciento de las usuarias tuvieron un nivel educativo secundario. Los antecedentes obstétricos describe que el 58.7 por ciento son multíparas y el 20.3 por ciento son secundíparas. El 95.1 por ciento de todas las pacientes tuvo parto vaginal. El 89.5 por ciento de las usuarias presentó Incontinencia urinaria de esfuerzo y el 53.1 por ciento presentó incontinencia urinaria de urgencia. El tiempo promedio de enfermedad de las pacientes con incontinencia fue de 3.8±1.4 años. Al respecto del tiempo operatorio promedio fue 57.3±11.9 minutos y los días de hospitalización promedio de las usuarias fue 2.3±0.5 días. El 46.2 por ciento presento extrusión de malla, el 32.9 por ciento infección urinaria y el 21.7 por ciento retención urinaria. El 11.2 por ciento presentó infección urinaria a los 3 días de la cirugía, la extrusión de malla se evidenció en el 14.7 por ciento de los pacientes a los 6 meses de la cirugía y en el 5.6 por ciento a los 9 meses. En el 81.8 por ciento de las usuarias las complicaciones post operatorias se presentaron en menos de 1 año y en el 18.2 por ciento se...

Reconstruction with Sutureless Burow's Graft Using Adhesive Skin Tape (Steri-strip(R)) for Cutaneous Defect after Skin Surgery / 대한피부과학회지

BACKGROUND: There are various methods of reconstruction of cutaneous surgical defect after removal of skin tumor, and skin graft is frequently used. Classically, in full-thickness skin graft (FTSG), nylon basting sutures with a tie-over bolster dressing are used in securing skin graft to the recipient wound bed, but this method is complicated, time-consuming, and may cause complications. OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to evaluate the usefulness of an adhesive skin tape (Steri-strip(R)) for securing a graft without suture when performing a Burow's skin graft, one of the types of FTSG. METHODS: We conducted a case-controlled retrospective study. A total of 45 patients (total 46 cases) treated with Burow's skin graft after removal of skin tumor between May 2006 and August 2010 were enrolled in this study, and grafts were secured with Steri-strip(R) (case, n=26) or conventional tie-over bolster dressings (control, n=20). The cosmetic results were scored at 1, 3, and 6 months after the operation. Also, the size and depth of the defect were measured and the run-time of the operation for the skin graft was checked. RESULTS: The operation time for the Steri-strip(R) group was significantly less than for the conventional tie-over bolster dressing group (p0.05). CONCLUSION: Sutureless Burow's graft with skin tape required less time than the conventional method with a similar cosmetic result. Thus we suggest that sutureless Burow's graft with skin tape may be an easy and useful method to reconstruct the defect after skin surgery.

The Clinical manifestations and Signs of Long Term Use with Temporary Double-fold Making Materials on Upper Eyelid

BThere are many materials which can make beautiful, clear eyelid crease with temporary effect. Double fold tape and glue are the most popular materials to make artificial double eye lids. However, the long-term use of these materials seems to make cause many local problems. This study was conducted to identify the long-term side effects of double-fold tape and glue. A total of 191 patients who have experienced double fold tape or glue were enrolled. The information of age, double-fold making product, and side effects were collected, based on medical records and, Patient & Observer scale(1: 'Normal', 5: 'Abnormal/Severe). The mean period of use was 23.7 months. The time required to make double-fold was 5~30 minutes. The most common symptom was itching sense, followed by decrease skin elasticity, skin dryness, and change of skin color. The most common signs was skin laxity, followed by eruption, keratinization, pigmentation, and local inflammation. One patient underwent medical treatment for conjunctivitis after double-fold glue usage. Double fold tape or glue can lead a problem with skin due to lack of oxygen exposure and rubbing eye lids with a stick. Appropriate use of double-fold products and careful monitoring of side effects are needed.

Sutureless Burow's Graft Using Adhesive Skin Tape (Steri-strip(R)) / 대한피부과학회지

Immobilization of skin grafts on the recipient bed is essential for graft survival. There are several methods of securing skin grafts to the recipient wound bed. Classically, nylon basting sutures and a tie-over bolster dressing are commonly used. This method is currently recognized to ensure that the full thickness skin grafts "take"; however, this method is complicated and time-consuming. Moreover, suturing in this manner may also pull the edges of the skin with too much tension, cause elevation and crater-like deformity and suture marks. We experienced two cases of sutureless Burow's graft using skin tapes to reconstruct a skin defect after Moh's micrographic surgery. Instead of the conventional method, the Steri-strip(R) was used to fix the graft and a light compressive dressing with dry gauze and Tegaderm(R) was applied over the graft. This method has the advantage of being convenient to apply and remove, time-saving and inexpensive. Therefore, we recommend the use of the sutureless method using skin tape as an alternative to suturing small skin grafts, and particularly for the relatively immobile areas on the face.