Preliminary Evaluation of the Viability of Peritoneal Drainage Catheters Implanted in Rats for Extended Durations

Purpose/Aim: In developing a novel peritoneal oxygenation therapy, catheters implanted into the peritoneal cavity became obstructed with omental tissue and prevented the infusion and removal of fluid from the peritoneal cavity. The obstruction of peritoneal catheters is a significant failure in rese...

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Main Authors: Nathan Legband, Arielle Black, Craig Kreikemeier-Bower, Benjamin S. Terry
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2019-05-01
Series:Journal of Investigative Surgery
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/08941939.2017.1421731