The mesothelium is composed of an extensive monolayer of specialized cells (mesothelial
cells) that line the body's serous cavities and internal organs. Traditionally, this layer was …

Introduction The formation of peritoneal adhesions still is a relevant clinical problem after
abdominal surgery. Until today, the most important clinical strategies for adhesion …

The peritoneum is more than a mechanical covering that allows for the easy gliding of
opposed peritoneal surfaces. The peritoneal mesothelial cells facilitate the action of …

Pleural fibrosis resembles fibrosis in other tissues and can be defined as an excessive
deposition of matrix components that results in the destruction of normal pleural tissue …

In preventing postoperative adhesion formation the optimal barrier material has still not been
found. It is therefore imperative to assess the biocompatibility of potential barrier devices …

Melichar B, Freedman RS. Immunology of the peritoneal cavity: relevance for host-tumor
relation. The peritoneal membrane, formed by a single layer of mesothelial cells, lines the …

Background. Postoperative peritoneal adhesions are a major complication of abdominal
surgery. Adjuvant therapy is needed to prevent adhesion formation and subsequent …

Background Peritoneal mesothelial cells have a remarkable capacity to respond to
peritoneal insults. They generate an intense biological response and play an important role …

Background Post-operative peritoneal adhesions are common and serious complications for
modern medicine. We aim to prevent post-surgical adhesions using biodegradable and …

Hypothesis Phospholipids and icodextrin reduce peritoneal adhesions resulting from
general peritonitis without promoting abscess formation. Design Evaluation of adhesion …