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Khirurgiia (Mosk)
; (11): 49-54, 2022.
Article
in Russian
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-36398955
ABSTRACT
Treatment of infected mesh implants of anterior abdominal wall is a complex problem in the absence of a unified approach. Traditional method involving surgical debridement of the site of infection with removal of mesh implant is associated with many risks and potential complications. This review is devoted to peculiarities of paraprosthetic infection, possible preserving the implant and methods of treating wound infection avoiding removal of endoprosthesis. Requirements for preservation of mesh implant and key role of vacuum therapy are emphasized.