Reinforcement of Colonic Anastomoses with a Collagenous Double-Layer Matrix Extracted from Porcine Dermis

Abstract

BG failed to improve colonic anastomotic healing. Early anastomotic healing was impaired if anastomoses were reinforced with BG. BG did not affect the anastomotic stricture rate for up to 3 months; nevertheless, intra-abdominal adhesions were increased.