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Less cytotoxic phthalocyanine derivative promotes in vitro wound healing compared to chlorhexidine.
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Department of Prosthodontics and Periodontics, Bauru School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo, Bauru, Brazil.
The use of adjunct chemical substances in the early postoperative period of periodontal surgical procedures is recommended due to the potential risk of trauma in the operated area. Chlorhexidine digluconate mouthwash is widely used but can cause adverse effects. Phthalocyanine derivatives are being studied as an alternative, demonstrating good antimicrobial activity, especially in the self-activated form, which does not require additional light or chemicals.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFOpen surgical treatment for giant presacral tailgut cyst - a case report.
S Afr J Surg
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Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Central Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University, China.
Tailgut cyst is an exceedingly rare congenital anomaly originating from embryonic remnants of the tailgut. Owing to its asymptomatic nature in the early stages, it is prone to clinical misdiagnosis. We present a case of a 55-year-old female with initial symptoms manifesting as sacrococcygeal pain.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFTransabdominal laparoscopic excision of a giant retroperitoneal lymphangioma.
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Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Central Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University, China.
Retroperitoneal lymphangioma is exceptionally rare. We present a case of a 41-year-old asymptomatic patient with a large abdominal cystic mass detected on contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CT) scan, initially suspected to be pseudomyxoma peritonei. Laparoscopic exploration revealed a 30 x 30 cm multilocular cystic tumour originating from the retroperitoneum.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAnalysis of hollow visceral injuries admitted to a level one intensive care unit in South Africa.
S Afr J Surg
December 2024
Division of Surgery, Tygerberg Hospital, Stellenbosch University, South Africa.
Background: Bowel trauma, encompassing injuries to the small and large intestine, represents a significant medical challenge due to its potential for morbidity and mortality. Management of bowel injuries remains surgical, but multiple factors influence the outcome in these patients. This study provides an in-depth analysis of the high-risk features of hollow visceral trauma in the ICU setting and the corresponding mortality rates, shedding light on the critical factors that influence outcomes in these cases.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFTraumatic limb amputations in polytrauma ICU admissions.
S Afr J Surg
December 2024
Department of Surgical Sciences, Nelson R Mandela School of Clinical Medicine, University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
Background: KwaZulu-Natal bears a significant trauma burden, with polytrauma patients often experiencing traumatic limb amputations. This study investigates traumatic limb amputations in the subgroup of severely injured polytrauma patients admitted to the trauma ICU in KwaZulu-Natal. This study aims to describe the management and outcomes of traumatic limb amputations in polytrauma patients at the trauma ICU.
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