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Aerobic isolates in hemovac lines

M G Yoder, J Silva

    Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery
    |March 1, 1980
    PubMed
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    Microbial growth in hemovac drains occurred in 60% of head and neck surgery patients. Identifying multiple bacterial genera in hemovac systems may signal an impending infection.

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    Area of Science:

    • Microbiology
    • Surgical Infections
    • Head and Neck Surgery

    Background:

    • Hemovac drainage systems are commonly used after major head and neck procedures.
    • Postoperative infections are a significant concern in head and neck surgery.
    • Microbial colonization of drainage systems can occur.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the prevalence of aerobic bacterial isolates from hemovac drainage systems in patients undergoing major head and neck procedures.
    • To determine the relationship between hemovac isolates and postoperative complications.
    • To identify potential microbial indicators of impending infection.

    Main Methods:

    • Prospective collection of aerobic isolates from hemovac lines in 68 patients undergoing major head and neck surgery.

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  • Analysis of isolates up to six days post-placement.
  • Correlation of isolate findings with postoperative infection development.

    • Main Results:

    • Positive aerobic isolates were identified in 41 of 68 patients (60%).
    • The number and type of organisms in hemovac systems remained relatively consistent up to six days.
    • Isolation of two or more different bacterial genera from the hemovac system was a clue to impending infection.
    • Hemovac isolates frequently indicated the cause of postoperative complications.

    Conclusions:

    • Hemovac drainage systems in head and neck surgery patients are frequently colonized by aerobic bacteria.
    • The presence of multiple bacterial genera in hemovac isolates may predict postoperative infection.
    • Microbial analysis of hemovac drainage can aid in diagnosing and managing complications.