Observation about the treatment effect with home-made suction drainage and algoplaque on severe pressure sore / 中国实用护理杂志

Objective Observation and discussion about the treatment effect with home-made vacuum drainage and Algoplaque on severe pressure ulcers. Methods The patients with severe pressure ulcers selected from Yuebei Peole′s Hospital of Shaoguan city from January to December 2016 were randomly divided into three groups:experimental group, control group A and group B (30 cases in each). The patients were treated with home-made vacuum drainage and Algoplaque in the experimental group, meanwhile a simple use of Algoplaque treatment in control group A and VSD technology in control group B only. Observed and compared the effect in the three groups on the time of dressing change, wound healing time and the total cost. Results The wound healing time of experimental group.contral group A and group B were (24.10 ± 2.12), (33.26 ± 1.71), (27.87 ± 1.95) days, the times of dressing change were 5.52 ± 0.96, 35.84 ± 1.81, 7.23 ± 1.09, dressing costs were (629.95 ± 28.10) yuan, (1354.29 ± 301.63) yuan, (10825.38±1678.21) yuan, and the differences were statistically significant (F=175.961, 5017.527, 1029.377, all P<0.01), and the wound healing time, dressing times, dressing costs were lower than the control group A and B in the observation group. Conclusion The treatment of home-made vacuum drainage and Algoplaque on patients with severe pressure ulcers can obviously reduce the time of dressing change and wound recovery, and the cost also. It is worthy to promote in clinic.

Aspiração endotraqueal de adultos intubados: evidências para boas práticas / Endotracheal suctioning of the adults intubated: evidence for best practice

Introdução: A aspiração endotraqueal é o procedimento invasivo mais realizado em indivíduos intubados em unidades de terapia intensiva. Contudo, existem poucos estudos nacionais de boa qualidade metodológica sobre o assunto, não havendo no Brasil consenso da literatura e/ou padronização da técnica. Objetivos: Estabelecer recomendações baseadas em evidências científicas sobre a aspiração endotraqueal em adultos intubados. Métodos: Revisão sistemática de estudos secundários: diretrizes, guidelines e revisões sistemáticas em inglês e português, pesquisada nas bases de dados PubMed, Cochrane, Cochrane Review, Cochrane Library, Scielo Org, Scielo Brasil, PEDro, Clinical Evidence e Evidence Based Medicine. Resultados: Foram incluídos cinco artigos com classificação entre C e D pelo R-Amstar. Conclusão: A aspiração endotraqueal deve ser realizada em adultos intubados por pessoal qualificado, assepticamente, sempre que necessária. Não deve exceder 15 segundos por aspiração e nem ser realizada rotineiramente, e sim, na presença de secreções ­ grau de recomendação A. A sonda de aspiração deve ter um diâmetro menor que 50% do tubo endotraqueal e a hiperoxigenação com fração inspirada de oxigênio a 100% no ventilador deve ser utilizada ­ grau de recomendação A. A pressão de sucção não deve exceder 150 mmHg negativos ­ grau de recomendação B. É recomendada a aspiração subglótica, especialmente naqueles indivíduos com mais de 72 horas de ventilação mecânica invasiva ­ grau de recomendação A. (AU)

Introduction: Endotracheal aspiration is the most accomplished invasive procedure in intubated individuals in intensive care units. However, there are few national studies of good methodological quality on the subject, and there is no consensus in the literature and / or standardization of the technique. Aims: To establish recommendations based on scientific evidence on endotracheal aspiration in intubated adults. Methods: Systematic review of secondary studies: guidelines, guidelines and systematic reviews in English and Portuguese, searched in the databases PubMed, Cochrane, Cochrane Review, Cochrane Library, Scielo Org, Scielo Brazil, PEDro, Clinical Evidence and Evidence Based Medicine. Results: Five articles with classification between C and D by R-Amstar were included. Conclusion: Endotracheal aspiration should be performed in adults intubated by qualified personnel, aseptically, whenever necessary. It should not exceed 15 seconds per aspiration and should not be performed routinely, but in the presence of secretions - degree of recommendation A. The aspiration probe should have a diameter of less than 50% of the endotracheal tube and hyperoxigenation with inspired fraction of oxygen at 100% in the ventilator should be used - degree of recommendation A. The suction pressure should not exceed 150 mmHg negative - degree of recommendation B. Subglottic aspiration is recommended, especially in those individuals with more than 72 hours of invasive mechanical ventilation - degree of Recommendation A. (AU)

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.

Cardiac arrest due to intracranial hypotension following pseudohypoxic brain swelling induced by negative suction drainage in a cranioplasty patient: a case report / 대한마취과학회지

Pseudohypoxic brain swelling (PHBS) is known to be an uncommon event that may occur during and following an uneventful brain surgery, when negative suction drainage is used. The cerebrospinal fluid loss related to suction drainage can evoke intracranial hypotension that progress to PHBS. The main presentations of PHBS are sudden unexpected circulatory collapses, such as severe bradycardia, hypotension, cardiac arrest, consciousness deterioration and diffuse brain swelling as seen with brain computerized tomography (CT). We present a stuporous 22-year-old patient who underwent cranioplasty under general anesthesia. The entire course of the general anesthesia and operation progressed favorably. However, the time of scalp suture completion, sudden bradycardia and hypotension occurred, followed by cardiac arrest immediately after initiation of subgaleal and epidural suction drainage. After successful resuscitation, the comatose patient was transferred to the neurosurgical intensive care unit and PHBS was confirmed using brain CT.

A Comparative Study of Subcutaneous versus Intra-Articular Indwelling Closed Suction Drainage after Total Knee Arthroplasty / 대한정형외과학회잡지

PURPOSE: The aim of this study was to compare the drainage amount, total blood loss, and clinical results between two different positions of suction drainage after total knee arthroplasty. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A total of 100 patients who underwent one stage bilateral total knee arthroplasty were enrolled. In experiment 1 with 50 patients, we compared the drainage amount, pain, range of motion, and complications of the leg whose suction drain was inserted into the joint cavity with those of the contralateral leg whose suction drain was inserted in subcutaneous tissue. Another 50 patients of experiment 2 had suction drainage in the joint cavity of both legs and the total blood loss (sum of drainage output, exudates, and hematoma of subcutaneous tissue and joint) was calculated and compared with that of experiment 1. RESULTS: In experiment 1, the drainage amount was less in the leg with suction drainage in subcutaneous tissue compared with the contralateral leg with suction drainage in the joint cavity (p<0.001). However, the postoperative joint pain was significantly different only on post-operative day 2 between two legs. In experiment 2, there was no significant difference in the total blood loss between the two groups. CONCLUSION: Although the drainage amount was less in the leg whose suction drain was kept in subcutaneous tissue compared with the contralateral leg whose suction drain was in the joint cavity, the total blood loss and the clinical results were not significantly different according to the position of the suction drain. Therefore, we can conclude that the subcutaneous position of the suction drain did not yield superior results.

Surgical Treatment of Difficult Cervicofacial Lymphangioma in Children / 소아외과

PURPOSE: Cervical lymphangiomas are rare lymphovascular malformations arising in the neck, which form huge fluid-containing cysts. Treatment of the malformation consists of surgery and sclerotherapy. However, the optimal approach is still controversial. Here, we describe a series of cervical lymphangiomas which have been treated with surgical approaches. METHODS: We retrospectively investigated the medical records of 82 patients who had been diagnosed with cervicofacial lymphangioma from 2001 to 2012 in our center. A closed suction drainage with negative pressure was placed on the operative lesion following excision to prevent reaccumulation of lymphatic fluid and the drainage tube was removed after injecting OK-432 through the tube. RESULTS: Twelve patients underwent surgical excision of cervical lymphangioma. The median patient age was 3 months at the time of the operation. The patients have been followed-up over a period of 34 months. When lesions were located near vital organs such as the trachea or carotid artery or did not respond to repetitive OK-432 injections, surgical treatment might bring good outcomes. However, swallowing difficulty, lip palsy, or dyslalia due to adjacent nerve damage temporarily appeared as postoperative complications. Five children had tracheostomy due to tracheal or subglottic stenosis and 2 patients had gastrostomy due to aspiration while they eat after surgery. CONCLUSION: Surgery for cervicofacial lymphangioma should be conducted carefully in selective cases. A well thought-out surgical plan with a multidisciplinary surgical team approach and placement of closed suction drainage tube after surgery and adjuvant OK-432 sclerotherapy through drainage tube seem to be helpful for good outcome.

Comparative analysis of the amount of postoperative drainage after intraoral vertical ramus osteotomy and sagittal split ramus osteotomy

OBJECTIVES: The purpose of this retrospective study was to compare the amount of postoperative drainage via closed suction drainage system after intraoral vertical ramus osteotomy (IVRO) and sagittal split ramus osteotomy (SSRO). MATERIALS AND METHODS: We planned a retrospective cohort study of 40 patients selected from a larger group who underwent orthognathic surgery from 2007 to 2013. Mean age (range) was 23.95 (16 to 35) years. Patients who underwent bilateral IVRO or SSRO were categorized into group I or group II, respectively, and each group consisted of 20 patients. Closed suction drainage system was inserted in mandibular osteotomy sites to decrease swelling and dead space, and records of drainage amount were collected. The data were compared and analyzed with independent t-test. RESULTS: The closed suction drainage system was removed at 32 hours postoperatively, and the amount of drainage was recorded every 8 hours. In group I, the mean amount of drainage was 79.42 mL in total, with 31.20 mL, 19.90 mL, 13.90 mL, 9.47 mL, and 4.95 mL measured at 0, 8, 16, 24, and 32 hours postoperatively, respectively. In group II, the mean total amount of drainage was 90.11 mL, with 30.25 mL, 25.75 mL, 19.70 mL, 8.50 mL, and 5.91 mL measured at 0, 8, 16, 24, and 32 hours postoperatively, respectively. Total amount of drainage from group I was less than group II, but there was no statistically significant difference between the two groups (P=0.338). There was a significant difference in drainage between group I and group II only at 16 hours postoperatively (P=0.029). CONCLUSION: IVRO and SSRO have different osteotomy design and different extent of medullary exposure; however, our results reveal that there is no remarkable difference in postoperative drainage of blood and exudate.

Comparison of the effect between high negative pressure drainage system and the traditional suction drainage system applied in thyroid surgery / 中国基层医药

Objective To compare the effect of high negative pressure drainage system and the traditional suction drainage system applied in thyroid surgery.Methods Eligible patients were selected randomly and divided into high negative pressure drainage group(30 cases) and traditional suction drainage group(30 cases).The draining rate within 24 hours after operation,delayed extubation rate,postoperative bleeding,rates of recurrent laryngeal nerve Injury,postoperative infection rate,degree of extubation pain and the incidence of severe pain of both groups were observed and difference of incidence of incision adhesions 1 month after operation were observed.Results The average drainage within 24 hours after operation in experimental group was (19.00 ± 6.79) ml,while (28.53 ± 14.74) ml in control group (P ＜ 0.05).Delayed extubation rate in experimental group was 3.33 ％,while 26.67％ in control group (x2 =4.71,P ＜ 0.05).Incidence of hematoma and bleeding after operation in experimental group was 0％,while 10％ in control group(x2 =1.40,P ＞ 0.05).No recurrent laryngeal nerve injury was found in either group,Incidence was 0％.The incidence of infection in experimental group was 0％,while 10％ in control group (x2 =1.40,P ＞0.05).The incidence of severe pain when extubation in experimental group was 0％,while 100％ in control group (x2 =60.00,P ＜ 0.05).Incidence of incision adhesions in experimental group was 0.33 ％,while 30％ in control group (x2 =6.14,P ＜ 0.05).Conclusion Draining rate,delayed extubation rate and incidence of incision adhesions could be reduced with high negative pressure drainage system applied in thyroid surgery,which is worthy of clinical.

Closed-Suction Drainage and Cerebrospinal Fluid Leakage Following Microvascular Decompression : A Retrospective Comparison Study

OBJECTIVE: We performed this study to investigate whether the use of closed-suction drainage following microvascular decompression (MVD) causes cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leakage. METHODS: Between 2004 and 2011, a total of 157 patients with neurovascular compression were treated with MVD. MVD was performed for hemifacial spasm in 150 (95.5%) cases and for trigeminal neuralgia in 7 (4.5%) cases. The mean age of the patients was 49.8+/-9.6 years (range, 20-69). Dural substitutes were used in 44 (28.0%) patients. Ninety-two patients (58.6%) were underwent a 4-5 cm craniotomy using drainage (drainage group), and 65 (41.4%) did a small 2-2.5 cm retromastoid craniectomy without closed-suction drainage (no-drainage group). RESULTS: Eleven (7.0%) patients experienced CSF leakage following MVD based on the criteria of this study; all of these patients were in the drainage group. In the unadjusted analyses, the incidence of CSF leakage was significantly related with the use of closed-suction drainage following MVD (12.0% in the drainage group vs. 0% in the no-drainage group, respectively; p=0.003; Fisher's exact test). Those who received dural substitutes and the elderly (cut-off value=60 years) exhibited a tendency to develop CSF leakage (p=0.075 and p=0.090, respectively; Fisher's exact test). In the multivariate analysis, only the use of closed-suction drainage was significantly and independently associated with the development of CSF leakage following MVD (odds ratio=9.900; 95% confidence interval, 1.418 to infinity; p=0.017). CONCLUSION: The use of closed-suction drainage following MVD appears to be related to the development of CSF leakage.

Opportunity of drainage removal after primary arthroplasty / 中国矫形外科杂志

Though lack of definite evidences,closed suction drainage after arthroplasty is routinely employed by the majority of orthopaedic surgeons with the aim of preventing the formation of wound haematoma,reducing delayed wound healing and the risk of deep infection.But the optimal time to remove drains is controversial.The usual time to remove drains is 48~72 h after operation when the volume of drains is less than 50ml within 24 h.But some scholars find that the time of draining more than 24 h increases the risk of wound infection.This paper reviews the literature of draining time,and concludes that the optimal time to remove drains is 24 h after the primary arthroplasty.

Monitoring for Deep Wound Infection after Thoracolumbar Surgery Significance of Suction Drainage Tip Culture for Early Detection of Postoperative Deep Wound Infection / 대한척추외과학회지

STUDY DESIGN: A retrospective study. OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the usefulness of postoperative suction drainage tip cultures as a method of predicting the development of deep wound infections after thoracolumbar surgery using pedicle screws. SUMMARY OF LITERATURE REVIEW: The primary diagnostic elements of post-operative spinal infections are a high degree of clinical suspicion by the surgeon combined with aspiration and culture of the suspected infection sites. MATERIALS AND METHODS: We analyzed the results of cultures on postoperative suction drainage tips from a total of 471 thoracolumbar surgery cases. We calculated the sensitivity, specificity, and predictive value and investigated the isolated pathogens. In addition, we performed quantitative analyses of serum C-reactive protein using Turbidimetry. RESULTS: The post-operative infection rate was 4.0%. The most common isolated pathogen of the true positive cases was staphylococcus aureus, which was found in 3 cases (methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus in 2 cases); and that of the false positive cases was coagulase-negative staphylococcus in 5 cases. The sensitivity of the suction drainage tip culture was 52.6%, the specificity was 96.3%, the positive predictive value was 37.0%, and the negative predictive value was 98.0%. In cases of C-reactive protein, true positive and false negative cases followed the same course, where the CRP decreased slowly for the first week but remained elevated persistently at the 14th postoperative day. CONCLUSIONS: Culture of the suction drainage tips could not predict the development of postoperative deep wound infections, but it had more significance in the exclusion of deep wound infections. We concluded that careful observation for other signs of deep wound infections are necessary when a clinically significant pathogens are isolated.

New Approach to the Care of Suction Drain Insertion Site by Using Occlusive Transparent Film Dressing

The closed suction drain is commonly inserted after various surgical procedures. It has an important role to prevent possible hematoma or seroma that can cause postoperative wound problems. But there is still no consensus on managing the insertion site of suction drain after operation. Suture-tie fixation of drain to skin and classical Y shape gauze dressing is a usually accepted method, but it has many limitations. We introduce a new approach to the care for the insertion site of suction drain by using occlusive transparent film dressing, IV3000(R)(Smith & Nephew, London, UK). By using transparent film, insertion site of drain can be easily checked without removal of dressing. Because it can reduce the tension of suture-tie fixation, it helps to prevent skin injury. Furthermore, occlusive film dressing can block air leakage from insertion site of drain, and the water-proof character of film allows patients to take a shower without dressing change. This new method is more convenient, more efficient, and less harmful to skin than classic one.

Monitoring Method for Deep Infection after TKA: Significance of Intraoperative Synovial Fluid Culture and Postoperative Suction Drainage Tip Culture / 대한정형외과학회잡지

PURPOSE: The aim of this study was to evaluate the usefulness of the intra-operative synovial fluid culture and post-operative suction drainage tip culture as a method for predicting the development of a deep infection after primary TKA. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Between July 1998 and July 2002, 324 primary total knee arthroplasty procedures were performed and aerobic and anaerobic bacterial cultures for intra-operative synovial fluid and post-operative suction drainage tip were obtained. The results of culture of intra-operative synovial fluid and post-operative suction drainage tip of total 324 primary TKA cases were analyzed. The sensitivity, specificity and predictive value were calculated. positive culture rate for osteoarthritis was compared with rheumatoid arthritis and the results of a single TKA was compared with both simultaneous TKA. RESULTS: 14 out of 324 knees showed a positive intra-operative synovial fluid culture and 10 cases showed a positive post-operative suction drainage tip culture. Only 1 case out of the 4 deep infection cases showed a positive on suction drainage tip culture with S. aureus being isolated. The specificity of the intra-operative synovial culture was 95.6% and the negative predictive value was 98.7%. The sensitivity of the post-operative suction drainage tip culture was 25%, the specificity was 97%, the positive predictive value was 10% and the negative predictive value was 99%. The positive culture rate was similar in the osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis cases (respectively p=0.4717, p=0.6550). However, the culture positive rate between single and both simultaneous TKA was numerically different, approximately 2 times (3.2% vs 6.31% for intra-operative synovial culture and 4.0% vs 9.47% for post-operative suction drainage tip culture) but it was not statistically significant (respectively p=0.311, p=0.1051). CONCLUSION: In primary TKA, a culture of intra-operative synovial fluid and post-operative suction drainage tip cannot predict a postoperative deep wound infection. It is recommended that careful observation for other signs of a deep infection be examined when a clinically significant true pathogen isisolated.

The Effect of Closed-Suction Drainage After Total Knee Arthroplasty

PURPOSE: To assess the clinical comparison of closed suction drainage group and non drainage group after simultaneous bilateral total knee arthroplasty MATERIALS AND METHODS: We analyzed the thigh circumference, ecchymosis, wound infection, transfusion amount, knee score and range of motion in 100 cases(50 patients) done with PFC or PFC-sigma model between 1998 and 2000. Fifty cases of them(group I) were inserted hemo vac and the others(group II were not inserted hemo vac. RESULTS: The average thigh circumference in group I was 42.9 cm (preooperative), and 46.1cm (postoperative), in group II was 43.7 cm (preoperative) and 47.6 cm(postoperative). The knees that had no drains had a higher incidence of ecchymosis. However, the final result of knee score and range of motion of knee joint were not affected significantly by nonuse of closed suction drainage. There were no infection sign in both groups. CONCLUSION: The clinical comparison of closed suction drainage group and non drainage group after simultaneous bilateral total knee arthroplasty was not significantly different in wound healing, clinical and rehabilitation course. The use of suction drainage must be carefully selected after primary total knee arthroplasty.

Management of Deep Infection after Posterior Spinal Instrumentation with Prolonged Suction Drainage / 대한척추외과학회지

STUDY DESIGN: A retrospective analysis about related diagnostic and therapeutic factors in postoperative deep infection cases after posterior spinal instrumentation. OBJECTIVES: Analysis of the inherent risk factors associated with deep infection and the efficacy of management with prolonged suction drainage without removal of implants. SUMMARY OF LITERATURE REVIEW: Various treatment modalities have been applied to control deep infection after spinal instrumentation. Validity of removing implants to control the infection is still controversial because it may cause loss of spinal stability. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Five cases of postoperative deep infection after posterior spinal fixation from May 1996 to May 2000 were investigated about combined general illness, features of infection, various profiles on management of the infection with surgical irrigation and debridement followed by prolonged suction drainage, and final outcomes. RESULTS: Remarkable risk factors were diabetes and obesity. Evidences of infection such as discharge from the wound, dehiscence, fever were observed since average 18.8th day postoperatively. By only one surgical procedure for each patient followed by prolonged suction drainage for mean 19.2 days and administration of IV antibiotics for average 43.6 days followed by oral antibiotics for 33.8 days, deep infections were controlled successfully without removal of implants and without any grave complications. All achieved favorable clinical results and posterolateral fusion. CONCLUSION: Irrigation and debridement accompanied by prolonged suction drainage using Hemo-vac and administration of susceptible antibiotics seemed to be one of the effective methods in controlling deep infection after posterior instrumentation and in maintaining the postoperative stability of spine.

The Application of Decompression and Suction Drainage in the Treatment of Mandibular Cystic Lesions / 昆明医科大学学报

Objective To evaluate the effect of decompression suction drainage treated mandibular cystic lesions,and compared with the othertreatments such as surgery,decompression,and suction drainage.In order to explore its value in the field of mandible conservative treatment.Methods 36 cases of mandibular cystic lesions were performed decompression and suction drainage.Compared the cystic size before and after the treatment to evaluate the clinical effect.Results According the pathology,29 cases are cyst and 7 cases are mural-ameloblastoma.28 cases which X-ray show a remarkable lessen,6 cases have no change and 2 cases deteriorated.Conclusion decompression suction drainage is one of the ideal treatment for mandibular cystic lesions.