Sealing Effect of Cross-Linked Gelatin Glue in the Rat Lung Air Leak Model
Sealing Effect of Cross-Linked Gelatin Glue in the Rat Lung Air Leak Model
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交联明胶对大鼠肺漏气模型的密封作用
DOI:
10.1016/j.athoracsur.2016.02.038
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发表时间:
2016
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通讯作者:
Shigeki Taniguchi
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作者:
Norikazu Kawai;Shuko Suzuki;Hiroshi Naito;Keiji Kushibe;Takashi Tojo;Yoshito Ikada;Shigeki Taniguchi
BackgroundAir leak is a common problem in pulmonary surgical procedures. In this study, we evaluated the efficacy and safety of gelatin glue (cross-linked with glutaraldehyde) in a rat model of lung air leak.MethodsA model of pulmonary fistula was created in the rat lung with the use of a needle. The fistula was then sealed with either gelatin glue (group A), fibrin glue (group B), or fibrin glue with a polyglycolic acid sheet (group C). The seal breaking pressures were measured for each group, and the results were compared. To assess the biocompatibility of the gelatin glue, a model of lung damage was created with incision, and the gelatin glue was applied to seal the wound. Histologic analysis was then performed on the lung tissue.ResultsThe seal breaking pressure in group A (47.88 ± 6.69 mm Hg) was significantly higher than that in group B (24.67 ± 3.24 mm Hg,p= 0.0302) or group C (28.67 ± 3.55 mm Hg,p= 0.0406). Histologically, the gelatin glue adhered firmly to the lung surface, and only localized tissue inflammation was observed.ConclusionsThe sealing effect of gelatin glue was superior to that of fibrin glue, with or without a polyglycolic acid sheet. In addition, the gelatin glue only caused mild inflammation of the lung and was absorbed without any adverse foreign body response. These findings suggest that gelatin glue may be a therapeutically effective biomaterial for sealing lung wounds and restoring respiratory function.