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ANZ JOURNAL OF SURGERY
Volume 91, Issue 9, Pages 1744-1750Publisher
WILEY
DOI: 10.1111/ans.16936
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Biodegradable Temporising Matrix; synthetic dermal matrix; wound reconstruction
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This study investigated the application of BTM in 27 patients with 35 wounds, showing successful integration in the majority of cases. BTM offers a safe and reliable reconstructive option for challenging wounds, potentially reducing the need for more complex surgeries.
BackgroundResults The NovoSorb (R) Biodegradable Temporising Matrix (BTM) is a synthetic polyurethane dermal matrix used to reconstruct complex wounds including deep dermal and full-thickness burns, necrotising fasciitis and free flap donor site. We hope to further explore its potential applications in this series. Methods Patients who received BTM application across four centres over an 18-month period were included. Patients were followed up to assess BTM and graft take, the aesthetic, the return of sensation and complications. A total of 27 patients with 35 wounds were identified with a range of aetiologies. Thirty-three wounds had 100% integration of BTM at the time of sealing membrane removal. Seven wounds had partial graft loss that later healed by secondary intention. In two cases, re-epithelialisation occurred with BTM alone without split-skin graft. Conclusion BTM offers a safe and reliable reconstructive option in challenging wounds that would otherwise require more complex operations.
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