Abstract:Tracheal anastomosis was performed in 3 groups of 6 mongrel dogs each (mean age, 4 months; mean weight, 7 kg) to compare synthetic sutures. The interrupted technique was used for all anastomoses and they were evaluated by rigid bronchoscopy in the 3rd postoperative week. While suture absorption was observed in the Vicryl group, it was not visible in the Ethibond and polydioxanone groups. Dogs were sacrificed between 26 and 76 days (mean, 44 days) postoperatively. No stenosis was observed in any group. Histol… Show more
“…Conversely, there is no consensus on the type of suture materials [6,15]. According to Elbeyli et al [16] absorbable suture material was shown to be superior in tension-free anastomoses in their comparative tracheal anastomoses trial.…”
“…Conversely, there is no consensus on the type of suture materials [6,15]. According to Elbeyli et al [16] absorbable suture material was shown to be superior in tension-free anastomoses in their comparative tracheal anastomoses trial.…”
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