VACUUM THERAPY IN THE COLON
VacStent GI™
Innovative treatment of anastomotic leakage, perforations and other gatrointestinal defects.
The 2-in-1 stent for effective treatment in the colon
This clever combination offers decisive advantages: In the colon, the stent maintains luminal patency, allowing the intestinal contents to flow freely. As a result, anastomotic leakage can often be treated without the need for a stoma. Preventive use to protect high-risk anastomosis is also possible.
In addition, access for medical instruments is maintained after placement, offering greater flexibility in follow-up care. Vacuum therapy also effectively prevents dislocation of the stent, even in the presence of strong peristalsis, ensuring high positional stability throughout treatment.
Technical specifications
Indications
1. Treatment of anastomotic leakage and perforations and other defects
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The VacStent GI™ is ideally suited for the treatment of endoscopically accessible anastomotic leakage and perforations in the esophagus, stomach and duodenum. The innovative combination of vacuum therapy and stent-based sealing ensures effective drainage and reliable closure of the affected areas.
2. Prophylactic use during surgery
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The VacStent GI™ can be used prophylactically during surgical procedures to reduce the risk of anastomotic leakage. This may promote faster healing and contribute to a reduction in postoperative complications.
Clinical case studies
Large wound cavity with two openings.
View into the wound cavity.
Deployment and position of the VacStent GI™.
Successful closure of the anastomotic leak.
Treatment of a large wound cavity with rectal anastomotic leakage
A 56-year-old patient with high rectal carcinoma developed extensive anastomotic leakage following anterior rectal resection with partial mesorectal excision. Treatment with the VacStent GI™ enabled effective wound closure and negative pressure therapy, without the need for a diverting stoma in this case.
VacStent GI™ Colon
Anastomotic leakage
Successful closure of the anastomotic leak.
Successful treatment of anastomotic leakage after ileoanal J-pouch placement without protective stoma placement
A 38-year-old patient developed an anastomotic leak following ileoanal J-pouch surgery for ulcerative colitis. Treatment with the VacStent GI™ was initiated twelve days postoperatively and led to complete closure of the defect, without the need for a protective stoma. Regular stent exchanges combined with continuous negative pressure therapy resulted in full healing, without complications such as incontinence or obstruction.
Circular fibrin layer at the anastomosis indicating early signs of insufficiency.
Minor transmural anastomotic leakage.
Successful closure of the anastomotic leak.
Treatment of anastomotic leakage in colorectal surgery with the VacStent GI™ to avoid stoma placement - a pilot study.
Results from 12 patients show that the VacStent GI™ is a promising method for the effective treatment of anastomotic leakage. It promotes wound healing and may reduce the need for protective stoma placement.
The treatment of gastrointestinal leaks with the VacStent GI™ reduces both morbidity and mortality, leading to a real paradigm shift. The traditional principle of aggressive surgical therapy plus drainage can now very often be replaced. Anastomotic leakage thus loses its clinical horror and can heal without consequences. If this is confirmed in the ongoing studies, VacStent GI™ will have a significant impact on the clinical outcome and the financial burden of surgical complication treatment.
Do you have any questions about the VacStent GI™?
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