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Erschienen in: Hernia 4/2012

01.08.2012 | Case Report

Salvage of an infected titanium mesh in a large incisional ventral hernia using medicinal honey and vacuum-assisted closure: a case report and literature review

verfasst von: G. Chatzoulis, K. Chatzoulis, P. Spyridopoulos, P. Pappas, A. Ploumis

Erschienen in: Hernia | Ausgabe 4/2012

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Abstract

The overall reported percentage of mesh infections is 1.3%. Infections after incisional ventral hernia repair depend on many factors. Salvaging an infected mesh should be the priority, because serious complications are reported following mesh removal. In this case report, a methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)-infected titanium mesh was salvaged by a novel technique, not requiring removal. The combination of vacuum-assisted closure (VAC™ therapy) of the wound and medical honey (L-Mesitran™) proved to be successful in leaving the mesh in situ. We report the successful management of this infected titanium mesh and review the literature regarding the possible pathogenetic mechanisms and treatment options.
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Metadaten
Titel
Salvage of an infected titanium mesh in a large incisional ventral hernia using medicinal honey and vacuum-assisted closure: a case report and literature review
verfasst von
G. Chatzoulis
K. Chatzoulis
P. Spyridopoulos
P. Pappas
A. Ploumis
Publikationsdatum
01.08.2012
Verlag
Springer-Verlag
Erschienen in
Hernia / Ausgabe 4/2012
Print ISSN: 1265-4906
Elektronische ISSN: 1248-9204
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10029-010-0767-8

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