Amnion as an Innovative Antiseptic Carrier: A Comparison of the Efficacy of Allogeneic and Xenogeneic Transplantations in the Context of Burn Therapy.

The amniotic membrane is widely used in the treatment of chronic wounds, in toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN), and in the treatment of burns. In our clinical practice, we use amniotic dressings on shallow skin wounds caused by burns. Counteracting infections is an important aspect of working with burn wounds.

[The application of biodegradable anastomosis ring Valtrac for intestinal anastomosis].

Unlabelled: In 1985 a biofragmentable anastomosis ring (BAR) Valtrac was introduced for intestinal anastomoses. From August 1994 trough March 1998, 49 intestinal anastomoses were performed in 44 patients: there were 28 jejunoileostomies, 8 colocolostomies and 3 gastrojejunostomies. In 5 patients after total gastrectomy, two anastomoses with the use of Valtrac ring were made during the same operation.