The effect of Allium sativum in experimental peritoneal adhesion model in rats

Abstract Purpose: To evaluate the effect of garlic on formation of postoperative adhesions in rats. Methods: Twenty-four Sprague dawley rats were divided into three groups. In Group 1 (sham), laparotomy was performed and stitched up. In Group 2 (control), after laparotomy was performed, punctate hemorrhage was induced by cecal abrasion in the cecum and 2 cc of saline was intraperitoneally administered to each rat. In Group 3 (experimental), after laparotomy was performed, punctate hemorrhage was induced by cecal abrasion in the cecum and each rat was intraperitoneally administered a sterile Allium sativum derivative. The rats in all groups were re-laparotomized on postoperative day 7; samples were obtained from the peritoneal tissue surrounding the cecum Results: In Group 3, there was a statistically significant difference in terms of inflammation, lymph node size, and free oxygen radicals; these parameters tended to increase. In terms of fibrosis evaluated using H&E and MT, there was no significant difference between groups 2 and 3. Conclusions: No positive outcomes indicating that Allium sativum reduces intra-abdominal adhesions were obtained. However, it caused severe inflammation in the tissue. Additionally, in immunohistochemical analyses conducted to detect oxidative stress, allium sativum increased the production of free oxygen radicals in the tissue.

Comparative study of four different types of intraperitoneal mesh prostheses in rats

Abstract Purpose: To compare four types of mesh regarding visceral adhesions, inflammatory response and incorporation. Methods: Sixty Wistar rats were divided into four groups, with different meshes implanted intraperitoneally: polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE group); polypropylene with polydioxanone and oxidized cellulose (PCD); polypropylene (PM) and polypropylene with silicone (PMS). The variables analyzed were: area covered by adhesions, incorporation of the mesh and inflammatory reaction (evaluated histologically and by COX2 immunochemistry). Results: The PMS group had the lowest adhesion area (63.1%) and grade 1 adhesions. The ePTFE and PM groups presented almost the total area of their surface covered by adherences (99.8% and 97.7% respectively) The group ePTFE had the highest percentage of area without incorporation (42%; p <0.001) with no difference between the other meshes. The PMS group had the best incorporation rate. And the histological analysis revealed that the inflammation scores were significantly different. Conclusions: The PM mesh had higher density of adherences, larger area of adherences, adherences to organs and percentage of incorporation. ePTFE had the higher area of adherences and lower incorporation. The PMS mesh performed best in the inflammation score, had a higher incorporation and lower area of adherences, and it was considered the best type of mesh.

The role of KDR in intrauterine adhesions may involve the TGF-ß1/Smads signaling pathway

The aim of this study was to investigate the role of kinase-insert domain-containing receptor (KDR) in intrauterine adhesions (IUA) and its mechanism. The Case group consisted of 92 patients diagnosed with IUA, and the Control group included 86 patients with uterine septum who had normal endometrium verified with an uteroscope. In addition, 50 rats were randomly assigned into Control, Sham, Model, NC-siRNA, and KDR-siRNA groups. Rats in the Model, NC-siRNA, and KDR-siRNA groups were induced by uterine curettage and lipopolysaccharide (LPS) treatment to establish the IUA model. Then, immunohistochemistry was applied for detection of VEGF and KDR expression, HE staining was used for observation of the endometrial morphology and gland counting, Masson staining for measurement of the degree of endometrial fibrosis, and qRT-PCR and western blot for the expression of KDR, VEGF, MMP-9, as well as TGF-β1/Smads pathway-related proteins. Compared with the Control group, the mRNA and protein expressions of KDR were significantly higher in IUA endometrial tissues, and the expression of KDR was positively correlated to the severity of IUA. In addition, the injection of si-KDR increased the number of endometrial glands, reduced the area of fibrosis, inhibited mRNA and protein expression of KDR and VEGF, up-regulated the expression of MMP-9 and Smad7, and decreased the expression level of TGF-β1, p-Smad2, p-Smad3, and Smad4 in rats with IUA. Highly-expressed KDR was related to patients' severity of IUA, and silencing KDR may prevent the occurrence and development of IUA via TGF-β1/Smads signaling pathway and up-regulating the expression of MMP-9.

Comparative study of fibrosis induced by Marlex®, Parietex Composite®, Vicryl® and Ultrapro® meshes1

Abstract Purpose: To evaluate the fibrosis induced by four different meshes: Marlex®, Parietex Composite®, Vicryl® and Ultrapro®. Methods: Histological cutouts of abdominal wall were analyzed with polarized light 28 days after the meshes implants and colorized by picrosirius to identify the intensity of collagen types I and III, and their maturation index. Results: When the four groups were compared, the total collagen area analyzed was bigger in groups A and D, with no difference between them. The collagen type I density was bigger in group A, with an average of 9.62 ± 1.0, and smaller in group C, with an average of 3.86 ± 0.59. The collagen type III density was similar in groups A, B and C, and bigger in group D. The collagen maturation index was different in each of the four groups, bigger in group A with 0.87, group B with 0.66, group D with 0.57 and group C with 0.33 (p = 0.0000). Conclusion: The most prominent fibrosis promotion in the given meshes was found on Marlex® (polypropylene mesh) and the Parietex Composite® (non-biodegradable polyester); the collagen maturation index was higher in the Marlex® mesh, followed by Ultrapro®, Parietex Composite® and Vicryl® meshes.

The effect of pycnogenol on lymphatic nodes and adhesion during in a peritoneal adhesion model in rats

Abstract Purpose: To investigate the effects of pycnogenol on peritoneal adhesions and additionally to investigate the immunohistochemical effects of free oxygen radicals and reactive lymph nodes detected in the adhesive tissue that was sampled surrounding the cecum on intra-abdominal adhesions. Methods: Twenty-seven Wistar Albino rats were divided into three groups. In group 1 (sham), laparotomy was performed and stitched up. In group 2 (control), after laparotomy was performed, punctate hemorrhage was induced by cecal abrasion in the cecum and each rat was intraperitoneally administered 2 cc of saline. In group 3 (experimental), after laparotomy was performed, punctate hemorrhage was induced by cecal abrasion in the cecum and each rat was intraperitoneally administered a sterile Pycnogenol derivative. The rats in all groups were re-laparotomized on postoperative day 7; samples were obtained from the peritoneal tissue surrounding the cecum, and the rats were sacrificed. Results: In group 3, there was a statistically significant difference in terms of inflammation, lymph node size, and free oxygen radicals; these parameters tended to increase. In terms of fibrosis evaluated using H&E and MT, there was no significant difference between groups 2 and 3. Conclusions: No positive outcomes indicating that pycnogenol reduces intra-abdominal adhesions were obtained. However, it caused severe inflammation in the tissue. Moreover, a significant increase in lymph node size was detected secondary to inflammation. Additionally, in immunohistochemical analyses conducted to detect oxidative stress, pycnogenol increased the production of free oxygen radicals in the tissue.

Comparative study of intraperitoneal adhesions related to light-weight polypropylene mesh and type I polymerized and purified bovine collagen coated light-weight polypropylene mesh in rabbits

Abstract Purpose: To compare the effectiveness of light-weight polypropylene mesh coated with polymerized and purified bovine type I collagen (Surgidry HNB) in the treatment of abdominal wall defect and the degree of adhesion formation. Methods: Two types of polypropylene mesh were implanted after creation of defect measuring 6.0cm X 5.5cm in the anterior abdominal wall of 32 male New Zealand breed rabbits, divided in two groups (n = 32): (1) light-weigh macroporous polypropylene, (2) type I polymerized and purified bovine collagen coated light-weigh macroporous polypropylene. These animals were further accessed for adhesions, histological evaluation of inflammation and wall's thickness. Results: The percentage of the area adhered in group 1 (62.31 ± 16.6) was higher compared to group 2 (22.19 ± 14.57) (p <0.05). There was an association between the percentage of the covered area by adhesions and the type of adhesion, toughness and the scores obtained by the adhesion score by correlation analysis (p <0.05). There was no difference between the groups in any variables in relation to the degree of inflammation. Conclusion: The purified type I bovine collagen coated light-weigh polypropylene mesh showed to be effective in the repair of abdominal wall defects and reducing adhesion formation.

Evaluation of the effectiveness of sodium hyaluronate, sesame oil, honey, and silver nanoparticles in preventing postoperative surgical adhesion formation. An experimental study

Abstract Purpose: To evaluate the effectiveness of sodium hyaluronate, sesame oil, honey, and silver nanoparticles in preventing of postoperative surgical adhesion formation. Methods: Forty male Wistar rats were randomly assigned into five groups with eight rats in each group including control, hyaluronate, sesame, honey and silver groups. After two weeks the animals underwent laparotomy and were evaluated by two different blinded surgeons for severity of adhesions based on the two different classification scoring systems including Nair classification and cumulative adhesion scoring scale. Results: The scores of severity of adhesions in the hyaluronate and sesame groups were significantly lower than the control group based on the Nair classification (both P-values = 0.02), however based on the cumulative adhesion scoring scale just the score of severity of adhesions in the hyaluronate group was significantly lower than the control group (P-value = 0.02). In the hyaluronate group the severity of adhesions was decreased by 48% based on the cumulative adhesion scoring scale. Conclusions: Sodium hyaluronate and sesame oil may have a significant effect in preventing postoperative surgical adhesion formation.

The potential efficacy of Survanta (r) and Seprafilm (r) on preventing intra-abdominal adhesions in rats

ABSTRACT PURPOSE: To investigate the potential efficacy of beractant (Survanta(r)) and Seprafilm(r) on the prevention of postoperative adhesions. METHODS: Forty Wistar-albino female rats were used. The rats were randomly allocated into four groups of 10 rats each as control group (CG), beractant group (BG), Seprafilm(r) group (SG), and combined group (COG). All rats underwent cecal abrasion via midline laparotomy. Before abdominal closure, isotonic saline, beractant, Seprafilm, and combined agents were intraperitoneally administered. Adhesions were classified macroscopically with Canbaz Scoring System on postoperative day 10. Ceacum was resected for histopathological assessment. RESULTS: Macroscopic adhesion scores were significantly lower in BG, SG, and COG than CG (p<0.05); (45%, 15%, 25%, and 15%; respectively). Histopathological assessment revealed a reduced inflammation and fibrosis score in the study groups than CG (p<0.05). In BG, adhesion development, inflammation and fibrosis scores were lower than SG; however, it was not statistically significant. CONCLUSIONS: Intra-abdominal application of beractant is significantly effective for the prevention of adhesion formation with no adverse effect by covering the whole peritoneal mesothelium with excellent gliding properties in a rat model. The combination of both agents is also effective in reducing adhesion formation, however, not superior to single beractant application.

Revisão da técnica de abdominoplastia com dissecção reduzida e fixação com pontos de Baroudi / A review of abdominoplasty technique with reduced dissection and fixation with Baroudi sutures

INTRODUÇÃO: Um estudo retrospectivo foi realizado em 500 abdominoplastias tipo incisão transversal pubiana baixa, combinada com lipoaspiração de 2007 a 2014. Em todas, a dissecção do retalho cutâneo abdominal foi restrita, em que foram aplicados pontos de adesão em toda a extensão das regiões dissecadas. Foi ainda avaliado o uso ou não de drenos de sucção a vácuo. Em 33% dos casos não foram utilizados estes drenos e não foram também detectados sinais de seroma, comprovando a eficácia dos pontos de adesão. MÉTODOS: Em todas as abdominoplastias a via de acesso foi da região pubiana transversal baixa estendida até o nível das espinhas ilíacas anterossuperiores bilateralmente, associada à lipoaspiração nas regiões dos flancos. Após a dissecção, plicatura dos músculos retos e ressecção dos excessos cutâneos, foram aplicados pontos de adesão em toda a extensão das regiões dissecadas. RESULTADOS: A conduta com o uso sistemático dos pontos de adesão demonstrou ser eficaz, sem a necessidade do uso de drenos de qualquer natureza dada a inexistência de seroma em todos os casos operados. CONCLUSÃO: Nas abdominoplastias tipo pubiana transversal baixa, a dissecção limitada do retalho cutâneo estendida até o apêndice xifoide, associada a pontos de adesão e lipoaspiração concomitante, tem dispensado o uso de drenos a vácuo, sem a existência de seroma, além de determinar resultados gratificantes.

INTRODUCTION: A retrospective study was carried out on 500 abdominoplasties with lower pubic transverse incision combined with liposuction, performed from 2007 to 2014. In all cases, the dissection of the abdominal skin flap was restricted, with adhesion sutures applied throughout the dissected regions. The use of vacuum suction drains was also evaluated. In 33% of cases, these drains were not used, but no signs of seroma were detected, proving the efficacy of adhesion sutures. METHODS: In all abdominoplasties, the access route was the lower transverse pubic region extended up to the level of the anterior superior iliac spines bilaterally, combined with liposuction in the adjacent regions. After the dissection, plication of the rectus muscles, and resection of excess skin, adhesion sutures were applied throughout the dissected regions. RESULTS: The systematic use of adhesion sutures was efficient, without the need to use drains, given the absence of seroma in all cases. CONCLUSION: In lower pubic transverse abdominoplasty, limited dissection of the cutaneous flap extended up to the xiphoid, combined with adhesion sutures and liposuction, avoided the use of vacuum drains; no seroma developed, and the results were good.

Evaluation of systemic inflammatory responses in cholecystectomy by means of access. Single-port umbilical incision, transvaginal NOTES, laparoscopy and laparotomy

PURPOSE: To evaluate and compare clinical and inflammatory responses to the surgical trauma caused by cholecystectomy via several access approaches: single-port umbilical incision (SILS), transvaginal natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery (NOTES), laparoscopy, and Laparotomy.METHODS: Twenty-eight female pigs were equally divided into four groups and submitted to cholecystectomy by single-port umbilical incision, transvaginal NOTES, laparoscopy, or Laparotomy. An additional five animals served as controls (sham group). Animals were monitored perioperatively regarding anesthesia and surgical procedure times, as well as for the presence of complications. Postoperatively, they were evaluated regarding time to ambulation and feeding, and the presence of clinical events. Procalcitonin, C-reactive protein (CRP), and AQUI feron-gamma (IFN-γ) measurements were performed before surgery and immediately, two days, and seven days after surgery. Animals were sacrificed and necropsied at seven days after surgery.RESULTS: All procedures were successfully performed as proposed in each group. Only minor complications, such as gallbladder perforation and bleeding from the liver bed, were observed during surgery in all groups. The vaginal NOTES group showed higher anesthesia and surgical procedure times compared to the other groups (p<0.001). No other between-group differences in perioperative or postoperative times, clinical evolution, or serum inflammatory markers were observed. Only adhesions were found on necropsy, with no differences between groups.CONCLUSION: The single-port umbilical and transvaginal NOTES access approaches were feasible and safe compared to laparoscopic and laparotomy for cholecystectomy.

Effects of nitrofurazone on correction of abdominal wall defect treated with polypropylene mesh involved by fibrous tissue

PURPOSE:Toevaluate the effects of nitrofurazone on the correction of abdominal wall defect treated with polypropylene mesh involved by fibrous tissue in rats.METHODS: A defect in the abdominal wall was created and corrected with polypropylene mesh in 20 rats. They were randomly distributed into four groups: control, fibrous mesh, nitrofurazone and nitrofurazone dip in the mesh. Euthanasia was performed in 21 post-operative days. The healing process was analyzed regarding the meshes and macroscopic and microscopic aspects.RESULTS:All animals had adhesions. However, no statistically significant difference (p>0.05) when compared between groups. Similarly microscopic analysis, in which there was no statistical significance level for the evaluated parameters such as mono and polymorphonuclear lymphocytes, granuloma, fibrosis, necrosis and collagen proliferation.CONCLUSION:There was no significant effect on the abdominal wall defect repair with polypropylene mesh surrounded by fibrous tissue when dipped in nitrofurazone 2%.

Knowledge about breast cancer and hereditary breast cancer among nurses in a public hospital / Conhecimento sobre câncer de mama e câncer de mama hereditário entre enfermeiros em um hospital público / Conocimiento del cáncer de mama y cáncer de mama hereditario en el personal de enfermería de un hospital público

OBJECTIVE: To assess the knowledge of nurses involved in the care of oncology patients in a public university hospital, regarding breast cancer and hereditary breast cancer, and to verify the use of such knowledge in their daily practice. METHODS: This is a descriptive cross-sectional study. Data were obtained through a structured, self-administered questionnaire. Out of 154 nurses, 137 (88.9%) agreed to participate in the study. Two questionnaires were excluded such that 135 questionnaires were analyzed. RESULTS: The global percentage of correct answers was not associated with age (p=0.173) or degree/specialization (p=0.815). Questions were classified into categories. In categories involving knowledge of established breast cancer risk factors and indicators of hereditary breast cancer, the rate of correct answers was 65.8% and 66.4%, respectively. On the practice of genetic counseling, 40.7% of those interviewed were not sure about the definition of genetic counseling and 78.5% reported never having identified or referred a patient at genetic risk for specialized risk assessment. Practice of educational actions regarding this subject was reported by 48.5% of those interviewed. CONCLUSION: This study reinforces the need to develop qualifying actions for nurses, so that strategies to control breast cancer become effective in their health care practice. .

OBJETIVO: avaliar os conhecimentos de enfermeiros envolvidos nos cuidados de pacientes oncológicos em um hospital público universitário, em relação ao câncer de mama e ao câncer de mama hereditário e verificar o uso de tais conhecimentos em sua prática diária. MÉTODOS: este é um estudo transversal. Os dados foram obtidos por meio de um questionário estruturado autoaplicado. De um total de 154 enfermeiros convidados a participar do estudo, 137 (88,9%) concordaram. Dois questionários foram excluídos, totalizando 135 analisados. RESULTADOS: a porcentagem global de respostas corretas não estava associada à idade (p = 0,173) ou à formação/especialização (p = 0,815). As perguntas foram classificadas em categorias. Nas categorias que abrangiam conhecimentos relacionados aos fatores de risco estabelecidos para o câncer de mama e aos indicadores do câncer de mama hereditário, a taxa de respostas corretas foi de 65,8% e 66,4%, respectivamente. Em relação à prática de aconselhamento genético, 40,7% dos entrevistados não tinham certeza sobre a definição de aconselhamento genético, e 78,5% relataram nunca ter identificado ou encaminhado um paciente com risco genético para uma avaliação de riscos especializada. A prática de ações educativas em relação a esse tema foi relatada por 48,5% dos entrevistados. CONCLUSÃO: este estudo reforça a necessidade de desenvolver ações qualificadoras para enfermeiros de modo que as estratégias para o controle do câncer tornem-se eficientes em suas prática de cuidados de saúde. .

OBJETIVO: evaluar los conocimientos del personal de enfermería involucrado en el cuidado de los pacientes de oncología de un hospital universitario público, en relación con el cáncer de mama y el cáncer de mama hereditario, y verificar el uso de esos conocimientos en su práctica diaria. MÉTODOS: estudio descriptivo de corte transversal; los datos se obtuvieron mediante un cuestionario estructurado autoadministrado. De un total de 154 enfermeros/as, 137 (88,9%) aceptaron participar en el estudio. Se excluyeron dos cuestionarios, totalizando 135 cuestionarios analizados. RESULTADOS: el porcentaje global de respuestas correctas no se asoció con la edad (p=0,173) o título/especialización (p=0,815). Las preguntas fueron clasificadas en categorías. En las categorías que implican el conocimiento de los factores de riesgo establecidos del cáncer de mama y los indicadores del cáncer de mama hereditario, la tasa de respuestas correctas fue de 65,8% y 66,4%, respectivamente. En relación con la práctica del consejo genético, el 40,7% de los entrevistados/as no estaban seguros/as acerca de la definición de consejo genético y el 78,5% informó que nunca habían identificado o derivado a un paciente en situación de riesgo genético para una evaluación de riesgos especializada. La práctica de acciones educativas con respecto a este tema se reportó en el 48,5% de los entrevistados/as. CONCLUSIÓN: este estudio refuerza la necesidad de desarrollar acciones de calificación para el personal de enfermería, para que las estrategias de control del cáncer de mama sean efectivas en su práctica asistencial. .

Achados histeroscópicos na cavidade endometrial após ablação endometrial / Hysteroscopic appearance of the endometrial cavity after endometrial ablation

OBJETIVO: Verificar o aspecto da cavidade uterina após a ablação endometrial histeroscópica, a prevalência de sinéquias após o procedimento e, com isso, avaliar a importância da histeroscopia realizada no pós-operatório dessas pacientes. MÉTODOS: Foram avaliados, retrospectivamente, os laudos dos exames de 153 pacientes que haviam sido submetidas à histeroscopia ambulatorial após ablação do endométrio devido a sangramento uterino anormal de causa benigna, no período entre janeiro de 2006 e julho de 2011. As pacientes foram divididas em dois grupos: HIST≤60 (n=90), com pacientes submetidas ao exame no período de 40 a 60 dias após o procedimento, e grupo HIST>60 (n=63), das que foram examinadas entre 61 dias e 12 meses. RESULTADOS: No grupo HIST≤60, 30% das pacientes apresentavam algum grau de sinéquia; aderências grau I foram descritas em 4,4%; grau II em 6,7%; grau IIa em 4,4%; grau III em 7,8%; e 2,2% apresentavam grau IV. No HIST>60, sinéquias foram descritas em 53,9% dos casos, 3,2% tinham sinéquias grau I; 11,1%, grau II; 7,9%, grau IIa; 15,9%, grau III; e 4,8%, grau IV. Hematometra foi descrito em 2,2% dos casos do HIST≤60 e em 6,3% no HIST>60. CONCLUSÕES: A cavidade uterina de pacientes submetidas à histeroscopia ambulatorial até 60 dias após a ablação endometrial mostrou menor número de sinéquias quando comparada com as cavidades uterinas de pacientes que foram submetidas ao exame após 60 dias. Acompanhamento em longo prazo é necessário para avaliar plenamente o impacto da histeroscopia ambulatorial após a ablação endometrial. .

PURPOSE: To examine the aspect of the uterine cavity after hysteroscopic endometrial ablation, to determine the prevalence of synechiae after the procedure, and to analyze the importance of hysteroscopy during the postoperative period. METHODS: The results of the hysteroscopic exams of 153 patients who underwent outpatient hysteroscopy after endometrial ablation due to abnormal uterine bleeding of benign etiology during the period from January 2006 to July 2011 were retrospectively reviewed. The patients were divided into two groups: HIST≤60 (n=90) consisting of patients undergoing the exam 40-60 days after the ablation procedure, and the group HIST>60 (n=63) consisting of patients undergoing the exam between 61 days and 12 months after the procedure. RESULTS: In the HIST≤60 group, 30% of the patients presented some degree of synechiae: synechiae grade I in 4.4% of patients, grade II in 6.7% , grade IIa in 4.4%, grade III in 7.8%, and grade IV in 2.2%. In the HIST>60 group, 53.9% of all cases had synechiae, 3.2% were grade I, 11.1% grade II, 7.9% grade IIa, 15.9% grade III, and 4.8% grade IV. Hematometra was detected in 2.2 % of all cases in group HIST≤60 and in 6.3% of all cases in group HIST>60. CONCLUSIONS: The uterine cavity of the patients submitted to diagnostic hysteroscopy up to 60 days after endometrial ablation showed significantly fewer synechiae compared to the uterine cavity of patients who underwent the exam after 60 days. Long-term follow-up is necessary to fully evaluate the importance of outpatient hysteroscopy after endometrial ablation regarding menstrual patterns, risk of cancer and prevalence of treatment failure. .

Adhesion prevention in reabsorbable polyethylene glycol hydrogel (Coseal®) coated polypropylene mesh in rabbits

PURPOSE: To evaluate of postoperative adhesion prevention and inflammatory response to polypropylene mesh, coated with reabsorbable hydrogel of polyethylene glycol (Coseal®) in contact with small bowel in an experimental model in rabbits. METHODS: Twenty female rabbits underwent laparotomy to implant two polypropylene meshes, 2x1cm, in the right and left flanks. The right mesh was protected with Coseal® spray (Group 1) and the left mesh received no treatment after implantation (Group 2). Thirty days after implantation, the rabbits underwent laparoscopy for adhesion analysis; the prosthesis were removed en bloc with the adjacent tissue for microscopic analysis of inflammation. Statistical analysis used the Mann-Whitney test. RESULTS: There was adhesion formation in five meshes (36%) from Group 1 and in 14 meshes (100%) from Group 2, with statistical significance (p<0.01). There were no differences in the inflammatory response, fibrosis, foreign body reaction, presence of collagen and type of inflammatory cells between the two groups. CONCLUSION: Polypropylene mesh coated with Coseal® showed a significantly lower rate of adhesion formation when compared with uncoated meshes, without interfering with inflammatory response.

Clorhexidine as a factor that promotes peritoneal adhesions in rats with induced peritonitis

PURPOSE: To investigate the effects of chlorhexidine on the formation of adhesions and dilation of the colon at the oral end of anastomosis in the presence of peritonitis. METHODS: Peritonitis was induced in male Wistar rats by cecal ligation and puncture (CLP). Abdominal cavities were irrigated with tepid solutions containing 0.9% saline (SAL group; n=8) or 0.05% chlorhexidine (CHD group; n=8), after which colon anastomoses were performed. Control rats (n=8) were submitted to colon anastomoses but not to CLP. Animals were euthanised seven days after surgery and the incidence of adhesions, the degree of dilation of colon loops and an index were calculated to determine variables correlation. RESULTS: No animals exhibited macroscopic signs of residual peritonitis or abdominal abscesses. Adhesions were observed in 75% of control and 100% of SAL and CHD animals. Dilation of intestinal loops at the oral end of anastomosis was observed in control (50%), SAL (57.2%) and CHD (66.7%) animals. The calculated index was 1.25 in group A; 1.86 in group B; and 2.0 group C. CONCLUSION: Chlorhexidine promoted stronger adhesions and a greater dilatation of colonic loops than control group.

Lower Energy to Make a Corneal Flap with a 60 kHz Femtosecond Laser Reduces Flap Inflammation and Corneal Stromal Cell Death But Weakens Flap Adhesion

PURPOSE: To compare corneal flaps created in rabbits with a 60 kHz femtosecond (FS) laser using different levels of raster energy and to measure early inflammation, corneal stromal cell death, and late postoperative adhesion strength. METHODS: Sixty rabbits were divided into three groups of 20 each. A flap 110 micrometer thick and 9.0 mm in diameter was made in one eye of each rabbit at raster energies of 0.7 microJ, 1.1 microJ, and 2.4 microJ. Histopathological evaluation for inflammation and apoptosis using terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase dUTP nick end labeling (TUNEL) staining was performed at 4 and 24 hours after flap creation. The adhesion strength of the flaps was measured with a tension meter at 1 and 3 months. RESULTS: Twenty four hours after flap creation, the 2.4 microJ group had more inflammatory and CD11b-positive cells than the 0.7 and 1.1 microJ groups. The number of TUNEL-positive cells increased with raster energy at 4 and 24 hours. The grams of force (gf) needed to detach the flaps at 3 months was significantly higher in 2.4 microJ group (170 gf) than in 0.7 microJ group (97.5 gf) and 1.1 microJ group (100 gf, p = 0.03). CONCLUSIONS: Using raster energy lower than 1.1 microJ to make a flap with a 60 kHz FS laser decreases inflammatory cell infiltration and corneal stromal cell death in the central cornea but may result in a weaker flap than using higher raster energy (2.4 microJ).

Lower Energy to Make a Corneal Flap with a 60 kHz Femtosecond Laser Reduces Flap Inflammation and Corneal Stromal Cell Death But Weakens Flap Adhesion

PURPOSE: To compare corneal flaps created in rabbits with a 60 kHz femtosecond (FS) laser using different levels of raster energy and to measure early inflammation, corneal stromal cell death, and late postoperative adhesion strength. METHODS: Sixty rabbits were divided into three groups of 20 each. A flap 110 micrometer thick and 9.0 mm in diameter was made in one eye of each rabbit at raster energies of 0.7 microJ, 1.1 microJ, and 2.4 microJ. Histopathological evaluation for inflammation and apoptosis using terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase dUTP nick end labeling (TUNEL) staining was performed at 4 and 24 hours after flap creation. The adhesion strength of the flaps was measured with a tension meter at 1 and 3 months. RESULTS: Twenty four hours after flap creation, the 2.4 microJ group had more inflammatory and CD11b-positive cells than the 0.7 and 1.1 microJ groups. The number of TUNEL-positive cells increased with raster energy at 4 and 24 hours. The grams of force (gf) needed to detach the flaps at 3 months was significantly higher in 2.4 microJ group (170 gf) than in 0.7 microJ group (97.5 gf) and 1.1 microJ group (100 gf, p = 0.03). CONCLUSIONS: Using raster energy lower than 1.1 microJ to make a flap with a 60 kHz FS laser decreases inflammatory cell infiltration and corneal stromal cell death in the central cornea but may result in a weaker flap than using higher raster energy (2.4 microJ).

Comparative study between meshes of polyester with collagen and polytetrafluoroethylene in the repair of defects produced in abdominal wall of rats / Estudo comparativo entre as telas de poliéster com colágeno e politetrafluoretileno no reparo de defeitos produzidos na parede abdominal de ratos

PURPOSE: To study the intraperitoneal use of polyester with collagen and polytetrafluoroethylene meshes in the correction of total ventral wall defects in rats. METHODS: Thirty two rats were evaluated and divided randomly into four groups and underwent laparotomy and preparation of total defects of the abdominal wall. Next, the correction of the defect with the intraperitoneal placement of the chosen mesh was performed. The rats were submitted to euthanasia at 30 and 90 days after surgery. Were analyzed the macroscopic adhesions and microscopic aspects, and applied stress rupture test RESULTS: All animals showed intraperitoneal adhesions in varying degrees, with no statistical significance difference. There was no difference also between groups in the evaluation of stress rupture tests. On the microscopic aspect, the A30 group had less inflammatory reaction and less formation of granulomas and foreign body reaction that the B30 group, with significant difference. CONCLUSIONS: There was no difference in intraperitoneal adhesion and tensile rupture strength among groups. Group B30 presented granulomatous inflammatory reaction at the site of mesh attachment to the wall significantly higher than the A30.

OBJETIVO: Estudar comparativamente o uso intraperitoneal das telas de poliéster com colágeno e politetrafluoretileno na correção de defeitos totais da parede ventral em ratos. MÉTODOS: Foram avaliados 32 ratos distribuídos em quatro grupos aleatórios e submetidos à laparotomia e confecção de defeitos totais da parede abdominal. Em seguida, foi realizada a correção do defeito com a colocação intraperitoneal das telas. A eutanásia ocorreu aos 30 e 90 dias do pós-operatório. Foram analisadas as aderências macroscópicas, aspectos microscópicos e aplicado teste de tensão de ruptura. RESULTADOS: Todos os animais apresentaram aderências abdominais intraperitoneais em vários graus, sem significância estatística. Não houve diferença entre os grupos na avaliação dos testes de tensão de ruptura. Na análise microscópica o grupo A30 teve menor reação inflamatória e formação de granulomas, e menor reação do tipo corpo estranho quando comparado ao grupo B30, com resultados significativos. CONCLUSÕES: Não houve diferença significativa entre os grupos tanto em relação à formação de aderências intraperitoneais quanto à tensão de ruptura. O grupo B30 apresentou reação inflamatória e formação granulomatosa no local de fixação na parede significativamente maior que o grupo A30.

Evaluation of the damage caused by clamping or section of cervical sympathetic nerve in rabbits / Avaliação do dano causado pela clipagem ou secção do nervo simpático cervical em coelhos

PURPOSE: To study the macro and microscopic evaluation of the damage caused by clamping or section of cervical sympathetic nerve in rabbits, quantifying the collagen in the lesions. METHODS: Twenty rabbits were divided into two groups of ten, doing in group 1 (section) section of the right cervical sympathetic nerve, while in group 2 (clipping) clipping of the nerve. All rabbits were induced to death on the seventh day after surgery. The macroscopic variables were: consequences of nerve lesion, clip appearance, presence of infection and adhesions around the nerve. Microscopy used hematoxylin-eosin staining to evaluate the stages and the degree of inflammation and necrosis, and F3BA Picrosirius red staining to quantify collagen. Mann-Whitney test was used for comparisons of collagen types I and III between groups. Fisher exact test analyzed the macroscopic variables, the degree of inflammation and necrosis. RESULTS: There was no discontinuity of nerve injury in the clipping group, as well as the clip was closed in all animals. The presence of severe adhesions was significantly higher in the clipping group (p<0.05). There was no significant difference on other variables macroscopically analyzed. There was no significant difference between groups regarding the type of inflammatory process and its intensity, as well as the presence of necrosis and collagen deposition in the nerves. CONCLUSIONS: In the macroscopic evaluation, the section caused discontinuity, which did not occur in the clamping group; there was no development of local infection; the clipping of the cervical sympathetic nerve was linked to the presence of a greater number of adhesions in comparison to the section group. Microscopically, no difference existed in relation to the type and intensity of inflammation reaction between the groups; occurred predominance of chronic and severe inflammation on the specimens; the necrosis was noticed equally in both groups; there was predominance of type I collagen deposition in relation to type III in both groups.

OBJETIVO: Estudar a lesão provocada pela secção e pela clipagem no nervo simpático cervical de coelhos, avaliando-se a macroscopia, microscopia e quantificando-se o colágeno nas lesões. MÉTODOS: Foram utilizados 20 coelhos, distribuídos em dois grupos de dez, sendo nos animais do grupo 1 (secção) realizada secção do nervo simpático cervical direito, enquanto nos do grupo 2 (clipagem) realizada a clipagem desse nervo. Todos os coelhos foram induzidos à morte no sétimo dia de pós-operatório. As variáveis macroscópicas avaliadas foram: presença de lesão de descontinuidade do nervo, aspecto do clipe, presença de infecção e de aderências ao redor do nervo. A microscopia com hematoxilina-eosina foi feita para avaliar as fases, o grau do processo inflamatório e a presença de necrose; a coloração de Picrosirius red F3BA quantificou o colágeno. Utilizou-se o teste de Mann-Whitney nas comparações dos colágenos tipo I e tipo III entre os grupos. As variáveis macroscópicas, o grau do processo inflamatório e presença de necrose foram analisadas pelo teste de Fisher. RESULTADOS: Não houve lesão de descontinuidade do nervo no grupo clipagem, assim como o clipe encontrou-se fechado em todos os animais desse grupo. A presença de aderências intensas foi significativamente maior no grupo clipagem (p<0,05). Não houve diferença significativa quanto às demais variáveis analisadas macroscopicamente. Não houve diferença significativa entre os grupos quanto ao tipo de processo inflamatório e sua intensidade, assim como quanto à presença de necrose e ao depósito de colágeno nos nervos. CONCLUSÕES: Na avaliação macroscópica, a secção causou lesão de descontinuidade, o que não ocorreu na clipagem; não houve desenvolvimento de infecção local; a clipagem do nervo simpático cervical foi associada à presença de maior quantidade de aderências em relação à secção. Na avaliação microscópica reconheceu-se não haver diferença no tipo e na intensidade do processo inflamatório entre os grupos; ocorreu predomínio de processo inflamatório crônico e acentuado; as necroses ocorreram igualmente em ambos os grupos; houve predomínio de depósito de colágeno tipo I em relação ao tipo III em ambos os grupos.

Unusual presentation in Axenfeld-Rieger syndrome.

We report an unusual presentation of a case of Axenfeld-Rieger (A-R) syndrome. A 14-year-old male presented with gradual dimness of vision for 1 year and redness of left eye for 3 days. The patient had megalocornea with Haab's striae in the right eye and posterior embryotoxon in both the eyes. In the left eye, there was a white cord-like structure traversing the anterior chamber with adhesions to iris tissue along its course. On two antiglaucoma medications, his intraocular pressure (IOP) was 22 mm Hg in the right eye and 18 mm Hg in the left eye. Gonioscopy revealed a cord-like structure originating at the level of Schwalbe's line. He underwent right eye trabeculectomy with mitomycin-C. This case highlights a rare presentation of a strange cord-like structure, a rare presentation of A-R syndrome.