Wound Protectors/Retractors

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Overview: The document provides detailed information about the Alexis® Wound Protectors/Retractors, highlighting their features, specifications, and clinical benefits. These devices are designed to offer 360-degree wound protection and atraumatic retraction, maximizing surgical exposure while minimizing incision size.

Specifications: The Alexis Wound Protectors/Retractors come in various sizes, from XX-Small to XX-Large, to accommodate different surgical needs. They feature either a rigid or flexible retraction ring, depending on the model, to provide superior exposure or maximum conformity.

Key Features:

360-degree atraumatic circumferential retraction for optimal field of view.
Maintains moisture at the incision site and allows visualization of wound margins.
Versatile design with multiple sizes for a wide range of surgeries.

Clinical Evidence: Multiple studies cited in the document demonstrate the effectiveness of Alexis Wound Protectors in reducing surgical site infections (SSI). For instance, Reid et al. reported a significant reduction in SSI rates in open elective colorectal surgery when using the Alexis protector compared to standard retractors.

Procedural Applications: The Alexis Wound Protectors are applicable in various surgical fields, including cardiothoracic, bariatric, OB/GYN, general, colon & rectal, and orthopedic surgeries. Specific procedures mentioned include laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, inguinal hernia repair, and total hip arthroplasty.

Clinical Studies and Results:

Reid et al. found a 79% relative risk reduction in SSI with the Alexis protector.
Lee et al. observed a significant decrease in postoperative wound infection rates in open appendectomy.
Horiuchi et al. demonstrated the anti-infective properties of the Alexis retractor in incision sites.

Conclusion: The Alexis Wound Protectors/Retractors are presented as a versatile and effective solution for reducing surgical site infections and improving surgical outcomes. Their design and clinical efficacy make them a valuable tool in various surgical procedures.

Catalog excerpts

Alexis® O Wound Protector/Retractor Featuring a rigid retraction ring for superior exposure Alexis Wound Protector/Retractor Featuring a flexible retraction ring for maximum comformity Alexis® Wound Protectors/Retractors Alexis Laparoscopic System with Kii® Fios® First Entry Alexis O C-Section Retractor Alexis Orthopaedic Protector http://contact.appliedmedical.com/ For more information www.appliedmedical.com/alexis © 2013 Applied Medical Resources Corporation. All rights reserved. Applied Medical, the Applied Medical logo design and marks designated with a ® are trademarks of Applied Medical Resources Corporation, registered in one or more of the following countries: Australia, Canada, Japan, the United States and/or the European Union. SC01531H 360o Wound Protection 360o Atraumatic Retraction • Maximizes exposure, minimizes incision size • Offers ultimate versatility

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IS ALEXIS® PART OF YOUR STANDARD OF CARE? BRAND Procedural Applications Rate of Superficial Incisional SSI Alexis Wound Protector/Retractor Standard Retractors Inguinal Hernia Repair (XS, S) Thyroidectomy (XS, S) Appendectomy (S, M) BARIATRIC Lap Sleeve Gastrectomy (XXS) Lap Gastric Bypass (XS, S) Open Gastric Bypass (L, XL) Splenectomy (L, XL) Pancreatectomy (L, XL) Whipple (XXL) 1. Reid K., et al. Barrier Wound Protection Decreases Surgical Site Infection in Open Elective Colorectal Surgery: A Randomized Clinical Trial. Dis Colon Rectum. 2010 Oct; 53(10): 1374-1380. 2. Lee P., et al. Use of...

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Clinical Evidence Supporting the use of the Alexis® wound protector/retractor “Impervious plastic wound protectors reduce the risk of SSI when employed in non-trauma-related gastrointestinal and biliary tract surgery. Wound protectors represent a safe and simple intervention that may reduce postoperative morbidity and mortality.” ... “There was a nonsignificant trend toward greater protective effect in studies using a dual ring protector (RR = 0.31, 95% Cl 0.14-0.67, P = 0.003), rather than a single ring protector (RR = 0.83, 95% Cl 0.38-1.83, P = 0.64).” Edwards J. P., et al. Wound Protectors...

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“In this study the use of barrier wound protection in elective open colorectal resectional surgery resulted in a clinically significant reduction in incisional surgical site infections.” ... “There was a significant reduction in the incidence of incisional surgical site infections when the wound protector was used: 3 of 64 (4.7%) vs 15 of 66 (22.7%).” Reid K., et al. Barrier Wound Protection Decreases Surgical Site Infection in Open Elective Colorectal Surgery: A Randomized Clinical Trial. Dis Colon Rectum. 2010 Oct; 53(10): 1374-1380. “Our data demonstrate that a statistically significant reduction...

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