Collagen-conjugated tracheal prosthesis tested in dogs without omental wrapping and silicone stenting

CONCLUSIONS
This pilot study revealed that implantation of a collagen-conjugated tracheal prosthesis (~5 cm in length) is feasible without the need for omental wrapping and silicone stenting as ancillary measures. This approach considerably simplified the surgical procedures to minimize host intrusion, which indicated a possible clinical application.

Source: Interactive CardioVascular and Thoracic Surgery - October 25, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Liu, Y., Lu, T., Zhang, Y., Qiao, Y., Xi, J., Wang, Q. Tags: Congenital - cyanotic Experimental Source Type: research