Fascial Tissue Reconstruction Using Acellular Collagen Matrix

Lower extremity fascial reconstruction using an acellular dermal matrix graft .

UNLABELLED Background. AlloDerm® acellular dermal matrix ([ADM], Lifecell Corp, Branchburg, NJ) is gaining increasing popularity in virtually every surgical subspecialty for use in the closure of soft tissue defects, structural support, or tissue augmentation. There is limited experience in lower extremity fascial reconstruction secondary to trauma, as this can be a challenging problem for th...

One and four layer acellular bladder matrix for fascial tissue reconstruction.

To determine whether the use of multiple layers of acellular bladder matrix (ABM) is more suitable for the treatment of abdominal wall hernia than a single layered ABM. The feasibility, biocompatibility and mechanical properties of both materials were assessed and compared. Biocompatibility testing was performed on 4 and 1 layered ABM. The matrices were used to repair an abdominal hernia model ...

Thoracic Wall Reconstruction with Acellular Porcine Dermal Collagen Matrix.

BACKGROUND  Major thoracic wall resections require the implantation of foreign materials for reconstruction and stabilization. Recently, biological collagen matrixes have emerged as an alternative to the routinely used synthetic materials. MATERIALS AND METHODS  Retrospectively, we analyzed our initial experience of chest wall reconstruction on large defects using a cross-linked porcine derma...

Acellular dermal matrix in abdominal wall reconstruction.

Abdominal wall reconstruction is a complex and challenging surgical undertaking. While permanent prosthetic mesh is considered the gold standard for minimizing hernia recurrence, placement of synthetic mesh is sometimes imprudent due to contamination or risk of infection. Acellular dermal matrices (ADM) offer an exciting biologic alternative. This article provides a historical perspective on th...

Prosthetic Breast Reconstruction with Acellular Dermal Matrix