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Hernia, Jul 23, 2019

Adhesion formation is a major problem when a mesh is exposed to intraabodminal viscera, with pote... more Adhesion formation is a major problem when a mesh is exposed to intraabodminal viscera, with potential severe complications (bowel occlusion, fistulas or abscesses). New methods for preventing adhesions from a polypropylene mesh placed intra-abdominally or to solve difficult situations, such as when the peritoneum cannot be closed during a TAPP repair for an inguinal hernia, are still being seeked. This study mimics in an animal model a situation that can be found in clinical practice during laparoscopic inguinal hernioplasty. A polypropylene mesh could be exposed to the intra-abdominal cavity even when the peritoneum is closed due to different circumstances, with no options to guarantee the prosthetic material of being exposed to the intrabdominal viscera. Different options have been suggested to solve these situations, being proposed in this study to cover the visceral surface of the mesh with an absorbable sponge containing thrombin, fibrinogen, and clotting factors (Tachosil®, Nycomed, Takeda, Osaka, Japan), to assess its use as a barrier to prevent postoperative adhesion formation. Thirty Wistar white rats (300–450 mg) were included in this study as experimental animals, being randomized into three groups (A, B, and C). We performed a bilateral prosthetic repair with conventional polypropylene mesh (2 × 2 cm, 82 kD). Prosthesis fixation was performed as follows. Group A: absorbable suture; group B: metal staples; group C: metal tackers. A piece of insulating absorbable sponge (Tachosil® 5 × 5 cm) was placed to cover the visceral surface of mesh placed at the right side of each animal. After 10 days, we performed a gross examination (by laparoscopy and laparotomy), measuring the quantity and the quality of the adhesions. Samples were taken for histopathological analysis. Tachosil®-treated prostheses showed a statistically significant decrease in the quality of the adhesion found (p < 0.05). In addition, a smaller quantity of adhesions was identified in barrier-treated animals, although this lacked statistical significance. The histologic analysis showed no significant differences: more edema with the untreated mesh and increased angiogenesis and a lower degree of necrosis in mesh covered with Tachosil®. The use of Tachosil® as a barrier material led to the absence of strong adhesions as it prevented direct contact between the mesh and the internal organs, preventing major problems associated with strong adhesions.

Science of The Total Environment, Dec 1, 2016

• Gallstones from environmentally contrasting populations were characterized. • Metal exposure th... more • Gallstones from environmentally contrasting populations were characterized. • Metal exposure through consumption of local water and food, atmosphere, and soils • Metal exposure may have an impact on the higher tendency of pigment stone formation. • Fe, Cu, Ni, and Zn are common metal constituents in the stones from the study group.

DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals), Jul 1, 2012

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PubMed, Oct 15, 2014

Background: Appendiceal tumors are found in about 1% of appendectomies performed and 0.5% of inte... more Background: Appendiceal tumors are found in about 1% of appendectomies performed and 0.5% of intestinal neoplasias. Appendiceal carcinoids are the predominant histology in this group and are usually casual after appendectomy for other reasons. The prognosis is excellent and survival is 95% at 5 years after surgery. Methods: Retrospective analysis of all patients with appendiceal carcinoid surgery in our hospital for 20 years (1990-2010) and survival at 5 years. We also discuss the need for additional treatment and testing for follow-up visits. Results: 42 patients underwent surgery for appendiceal carcinoid tumor. 38 of them were operated on urgently, mostly for suspected acute appendicitis, without having reached the carcinoid tumor diagnosed preoperatively in any of them. The predominant symptomatology at admission was abdominal pain. Surgical treatment was appendectomy in 34 patients (12 laparoscopic), 7 patients required colon resections over intraoperatively by colonic involvement; only one patient required reoperation to complete right hemicolectomy. 2 patients had disseminated disease at diagnosis (liver metastases). The 5-year survival is over 95%, with no recurrence. Conclusions: The appendiceal carcinoid tumor is difficult to diagnose preoperatively. Appendectomy surgical treatment is usually sufficient, although colonic resections may be needed for dissemination. The 5-year survival is over 95%.

Journal of Trace Elements in Medicine and Biology, Dec 1, 2017

Chronic metal exposure, e.g. from metal mining, may cause accumulation of metals in soft and hard... more Chronic metal exposure, e.g. from metal mining, may cause accumulation of metals in soft and hard tissues, and in developing biomineralizations in the human body. Gallstones are biomineralizations formed in the gallbladder which are able to trap trace elements from the bile. Laser Ablation-Inductively Coupled Plasma-Mass Spectrometry (LA-ICP-MS) was used to analyze gallstone cross-sections to trace the elemental abundances and correlate them with the principal phases constituting gallstones, namely cholesterol, Ca bilirubinate salts, Ca carbonate, and Ca phosphate. Five different types of gallstones (pure, mixed, and composite cholesterol stones, pigment stone, and carbonate stone) were chosen according to a previous classification based on phase characterization by different spectroscopic and microscopic techniques. These data were combined with bulk solution ICP-MS/OES analyses for total elemental concentrations. The results indicated that cholesterol has a zero capacity to retain elements except for Ca. Hence, pure cholesterol stones contained the lowest bulk metal concentrations, and the metals were found in the scarce carbonate and phosphate phases in these calculi. Calcium and trace element concentrations increased in other types of gallstones along with increasing amount of bilirubinate, carbonates and phosphates; pigment stones being the most enriched in metals. Phosphates were the principal carriers of Ca, P, Na, Mg, Mn, Fe, Pb, and Cd, whereas carbonate phases were enriched in Ca, Mg, Na, and Mn in order of decreasing abundance. Bilirubinate on the other hand was enriched in Ca, Cu, Ag, and Ni. The higher trace metal affinities of bilirubinate and phosphate explain the elevated metal concentrations observed in the pigment stones. These results give new insight to the trace metal behavior in the gallstone formation and the metal accumulation in the human body, validating the possible use of these biomineralizations as a proxy for exposure to metal pollution.

Science of The Total Environment, May 1, 2018

Patient-based study explored the impact of chronic metal exposure on gallstones. • Gallstones fro... more Patient-based study explored the impact of chronic metal exposure on gallstones. • Gallstones from geologically contrasting areas were analyzed for chemical content. • The study group exhibited enrichment in sulfide-associated metal(loid)s. • Pigment stones in the study group were enriched in Fe, Cu, Zn, Sr, As, Ag, Sb and Pb. • Possible metal exposure was attributed to inhalation, ingestion and dermal contact.

Surgery Today, Feb 1, 2008

Purpose. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of fi brin glue on the prevention o... more Purpose. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of fi brin glue on the prevention of postoperative peritoneal adhesion to prosthetic materials used in ventral hernia repair. Methods. Ten pigs were included in this study. The abdomens of the animals were opened by means of a median subumbilical laparotomy to place four prostheses that were cut into square pieces of 4 × 4 cm. The two prostheses in the most cephalic position were polypropylene meshes, and the other two prostheses in a more caudal position were expanded polytetrafl uoroethylene prostheses (Dualmesh Plus Corduroy). The prostheses on the right side of each animal were previously impregnated with fi brin glue. After 5 weeks, the animals were reoperated on to assess the quantity and quality (consistency) of the adhesions. Results. There were fewer intraperitoneal adhesions and they were more labile in the case of prostheses impregnated with fi brin glue. Moreover, we also observed that in many of the animals the polypropylene mesh did not show any adhesions, although polypropylene has been considered to be a typical adhesion producing material. Conclusions. Fibrin glue reduces both the quantity and consistency of adhesions, even in the case of polypropylene meshes.

The Annals of Thoracic Surgery, May 1, 2018

Cirugia Espanola, Jul 1, 2005

Cirugia Espanola, Oct 1, 2006

INTRODUCTION: The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of fibrin glue and hyaluronidas... more INTRODUCTION: The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of fibrin glue and hyaluronidase gel on the prevention of postoperative peritoneal adhesions to intraperitoneal prostheses. MATERIAL AND METHOD: Twenty pigs, divided in two groups, were included ...

World Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery, 2016

Ruiz S performed the experiments and participated equally in treatment of animals; Suárez-Grau JM... more Ruiz S performed the experiments and participated equally in treatment of animals; Suárez-Grau JM and Bernardos Garcia C analyzed the data and reviewed the manuscript; Docobo Durantez F, Morales-Conde S and Padillo Ruiz J designed and coordinated the research.

Hernia, Dec 18, 2014

Introduction Ventral hernias are a common problem in a general surgery and hernioplasty is an int... more Introduction Ventral hernias are a common problem in a general surgery and hernioplasty is an integral part of a general surgeon's practice. The use of prosthetic material has drastically reduced the risk of recurrence, but has introduced additional potential complications such as surgical wound infections, adhesion formation, graft rejection, etc. The development of a wound infection in a hernia that is repaired with a prosthetic material is a grave complication, often requiring removal of the prosthesis. This experimental study examined efficacy of completely absorbable, hydrophilic, PGA-TMC (polyglycolic acidtrimethylene carbonate) prosthesis impregnated with antibiotic for reduction of infectious complications. Methods Antibiotic-impregnated PGA-TMC prostheses were placed intraperitoneally in 90 Wistar white rats that

Revista Espanola De Enfermedades Digestivas, Jul 1, 2012

Cirugía Española (english Edition), Feb 1, 2022

The current situation of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic has paralyzed non-urgent and/or oncological surg... more The current situation of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic has paralyzed non-urgent and/or oncological surgery in many hospitals in our country with what it means for the health of citizens who are awaiting a surgical procedure. Outpatient Surgery can afford more than 85% of the surgical procedures that are performed in a surgical department and is presented as a feasible and safe alternative at the present time since it does not require admission and decreases clearly the risk of infection. In addition, it is the tool that should be generalized to solve the accumulation of patients on the waiting list that the pandemic is generating, so it seems appropriate that the Ambulatory Surgery section of the Spanish Association of Surgeons present a series of recommendations for the implementation of outpatient surgery in these exceptional circumstances that we have to live.La situación actual de la pandemia por SARS-CoV-2 tiene paralizada la cirugía no urgente y/o oncológica en muchos hospitales de nuestro país con lo que esto conlleva para la salud de los ciudadanos que están pendientes de una intervención quirúrgica. La Cirugía Mayor Ambulatoria puede abarcar en su cartera de servicios mas del 85% de los procedimientos quirúrgicos que se realizan en un servicio de cirugía y se presenta como una alternativa factible y segura en el momento actual ya que no precisa de camas de ingreso y disminuye claramente el riego de infección. Además, es la herramienta que debería de generalizarse para solucionar la acumulación de pacientes en lista de espera que la pandemia esta generando, por lo que parece oportuno que desde la sección de Cirugía Mayor Ambulatoria de la Asociación Española de Cirujanos se presenten una serie de recomendaciones para la implementación de la misma en estas circunstancias excepcionales que nos toca vivir.

Cirugia Espanola, Apr 1, 2019

Utilidad del verde de indocianina para la localizació n del uré ter de forma intra-operatoria en ... more Utilidad del verde de indocianina para la localizació n del uré ter de forma intra-operatoria en cirugía colorrectal compleja Utility of indocyanine green for intra-operative localization of ureter in complex colo-rectal surgery c i r e s p. 2 0 1 8 ; x x (x x) : x x x-x x x CIRUGI-1958; No. of Pages 2 Có mo citar este artículo: Gila-Bohó rquez A, et al. Utilidad del verde de indocianina para la localizació n del uré ter de forma intra-operatoria en cirugía colorrectal compleja. Cir Esp. 2018.

Revista Espanola De Enfermedades Digestivas, Feb 1, 2007

Aunque parece claro que factores como la presencia de una peritonitis o un mal estado clínico del... more Aunque parece claro que factores como la presencia de una peritonitis o un mal estado clínico del paciente pueden hacer que la cicatrización de una sutura intestinal no sea del todo favorable, existen otros factores en los que no está tan claro su papel en la viabilidad de una sutura intestinal. Uno de estos factores es la desnutrición. En

There is currently no consensus or homogeneous recommendation about the role of the laparoscopic ... more There is currently no consensus or homogeneous recommendation about the role of the laparoscopic approach in emergent inguinal hernia surgery. The aim of this manuscript is showing our experience and results of laparoscopic approach for emergent groin hernia repair comparing with open approach. A retrospective review of a prospectively maintained database between January 2011 and December 2021 of acute incarcerated groin hernia that were operated at Virgen del Rocio University Hospital. In this period, they were identified 463 patients with groin hernia that required an emergency repair. 454 patients underwent open surgery (group 1) and 36 patients underwent laparoscopic approach (TAPP procedure) (group 2). Median length stay was 1 day in lap group and 2 days in open approach. Reintervention was necessary in 20 cases (4.40%) from group 1 and one (2.27%) from group 2. In laparoscopic approach, no mortality was described but in open approach, 10 patients (2.20%) died. Globally, 58 cases (12.77%) from group 1 and six patients (16.66%) from group 2 presented any complication. Wound infection was higher in group of open repairs (5.94% vs. 2.77%). Non-surgical complications were higher in open approach (19 vs. 0). There is no statistical significance in any of these items. Laparoscopic approach is a safe, feasible and effective therapeutic option for the treatment of incarcerated groin hernia that require emergency surgery, but prospective and randomized comparative studies are needed to establish the best approach.

Transplantation Proceedings, 2009

Background. Mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) inhibitors behave as potent immunosuppressants w... more Background. Mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) inhibitors behave as potent immunosuppressants which have the advantages, with respect to calcineurin inhibitors (CNI: cyclosporine or tacrolimus), of no nephrotoxicity and inhibition of cell proliferation. They are particularly suitable for patients with renal insufficiency or neoplasias. Materials and Methods. Twenty-two liver transplant patients were immunosuppressed with everolimus or sirolimus as rescue therapy after CNI treatment: 7 hepatocellular carcinomas; 5 de novo malignancies; 4 renal insufficiencies; 4 chronic rejections; and 2 acute rejection episodes. Results. There were 16.7% tumor recurrences, and 25% improvements in renal function, 75% in chronic rejection, and 50% in acute rejection. There was no incidence of rejection, kidney failure, gastrointestinal intolerance, hydrocarbon intolerance, hypertension, or arterial or venous thrombosis. We observed incidences of 50% for hypercholesterolemia, 31.8% for hypertriglyceridemia, 22.7% for thrombocytopenia, 18.2% for leukopenia, and 9.1% for anemia. The intercurrent infection rate was 13.6%, including oral thrush in 13.6%. Lower limb edema occurred in 13.6%, with 1 case of facial edema and 1 of alopecia. Conclusions. mTOR inhibitors were safe immunosuppressive drugs whose side effects were controlled and easily managed. They have advantages with respect to CNI due to their slight effects on kidney function and lack of promotion of diabetes mellitus. Although their long-term effectiveness for control of neoplastic diseases is yet to be seen, they can be used safely in these patients with no incidence of rejection. Their effectiveness to control chronic rejection seems significant, but it is doubtful for steroid-resistant acute rejection episodes.

Surgical Endoscopy and Other Interventional Techniques, Jun 26, 2007

The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of hyaluronidase gel on the prevention of po... more The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of hyaluronidase gel on the prevention of post-operative peritoneal adhesions to prosthetic materials used in laparosopic ventral hernia repair. Ten pigs were included in this study. The animals were anesthetized using Na-penthotal for induction and isofluorane for maintenance. The abdomen was opened and, using helical fasteners, four implantations were performed (squares of 4 x 4 cm). Two of the implants, placed in an upper location, were in polypropylene mesh, and two of the implants, placed in a lower area, were in polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE-e, Dualmesh Plus Corduroy). The implants located in the right side of animals were painted with hyaluronidase gel. Two helical fasteners, painted and unpainted, were implanted in a medial location. After a five-week period the pigs were operated on again, intraperitoneal adhesion ratios and grades were determined, and the pigs later sacrificed. Specimens having abdominal wall implants were taken for histological studies. Intraperitoneal adhesions decreased in implants painted with hyaluronidase gel in a comparative study with implants located in the left side of animals (not painted). On the other hand the polypropylene mesh, said typically to produce intraperitoneal adhesions, produced almost no adhesion in many animals. Hyaluronidase gel reduces post-operative peritoneal adhesions ratio and grades including in the presence of polypropylene mesh.

Revista Española de Enfermedades Digestivas, 2007