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[Model for producing a reversible ileus state in conscious experimental animals]
Zeitschrift Fur Experimentelle Chirurgie, Transplantation, Und Kunstliche Organe : Organ Der Sektion Experimentelle Chirurgie Der Gesellschaft Fur Chirurgie Der DDR
|January 1, 1984
Summary
A novel hydropneumatic sphincter system for intermittent intestinal occlusion was successfully tested in dogs. This implantable device was well-tolerated during long-term experiments, showing no system failures.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Surgery
- Biomedical Engineering
- Gastrointestinal Physiology
Context:
- Developing minimally invasive surgical techniques.
- Investigating methods for controlled intestinal occlusion.
- Assessing long-term device tolerance in animal models.
Purpose:
- To present a novel hydropneumatic sphincter system for intermittent intestinal occlusion.
- To evaluate the system's tolerance and reliability in conscious dogs over extended periods.
Summary:
- A hydropneumatic sphincter system with a percutaneous neck lead was developed for intermittent intestinal occlusion.
- The system was implanted in conscious dogs for 14 long-term experiments (24-40 days).
- The system demonstrated good tolerance and no failures were recorded during the experimental period.
Impact:
- Provides a potential tool for gastrointestinal research requiring controlled occlusion.
- Suggests the feasibility of implantable hydropneumatic devices for long-term use in conscious animals.
- Lays groundwork for future clinical applications in veterinary or human medicine.