Abstract
Ten consecutive patients operated for gynaecological cancer had an absorbable polyglycolic mesh (Dexon) inserted to elevate the small bowel out of the pelvis to prevent radiation toxicity. Four patients developed minimal small bowel toxicity, while no complications of the mesh were seen. The method warrants further investigation.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Female
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Genital Neoplasms, Female / pathology
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Genital Neoplasms, Female / radiotherapy
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Genital Neoplasms, Female / surgery*
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Humans
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Intestine, Small / radiation effects*
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Middle Aged
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Neoplasm Staging
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Polyglycolic Acid
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Radiation Injuries / prevention & control*
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Radiation Protection / instrumentation
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Radiation Protection / methods*
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Surgical Mesh*