Question 1

can synthetic grafts be used for bypass surgery? any answers appreciated!

Accepted Answer

No: They were tried in the 1960s - they failed.

Question 2

is it safe to use synthetic grafts for coronary bypass surgery?

Accepted Answer

No: They don't work well.

Question 3

are there any risks from a synthetic bone graft after tooth extraction?

Accepted Answer

Not much: Mostly just chance of rejection of the graft but even that is not much.  Talk to your provider.  It is done to maintain bone structure and can be very helpful if an implant is planned.

Question 4

can you explain the difference between synthetic and natural grafts for leg bypass?

Accepted Answer

Vein vs. Symthetic: Typically natural bypass grafts are your own vein or artery. It is also possible to use cryopreserved vein or artery from a cadaver (less common but an option). Synthetic grafts are made either or gore-tex /ptfe or woven polyester (dacron). The natural grafts are less likely to clot when there is poor circulation and they are less prone to infection.

Question 5

is it possible to have an aneurysm in mid synthetic femoral/popliteal graft. i have a thrombus 7x8cm surrounding graft, graft incrased from 2.3 to 3.2?

Accepted Answer

While it is: unlikely that an aneurysm will occur where there is a synthetic graft one may develop at either END of such a bypass....CONTACT the surgeon who did your by-pass and arrange for follow-up!!!
Hope this is helpful!

Dr Z

Question 6

i am circumsized but skin has grafted back, is there a procedure to correct this?

Accepted Answer

Yes....: I'm not sure what you mean by "grafted back."  there is a surgical procedure to fix just about anything that may be wrong with you.  Find a reliable urologist or surgeon who specializes in this surgery for details.

Question 7

what is an alloderm graft?

Accepted Answer

Synthetic graft.: Graft that is used to augment soft tissue or periodontal tissue in the mouth.

Question 8

anyone know about skin grafts?

Accepted Answer

Sure, lots.: Next question? Seriously, it depends what you want to know. A piece of skin is taken from a "donor" area and grafted onto the treatment area, usually when skin can't be stretched enough to close a wound primarily. They are also used to treat severe burns, where lots of skin area has been destroyed. Grafting should only be done by someone with special training and expertise.

Question 9

could nerve grafts restore potency?

Accepted Answer

Good thought: So far, no progress in this category, but a good idea.

Question 10

how long after skin grafts can i heal?

Accepted Answer

At least 3 weeks: It takes at least 3 weeks and closer to 3 months for skin grafts to achieve significant adherence to minimize the risk of shear or stress forces on the donor site and recipient sites. This may also be influenced by the thickness of the graft as well as the location of the graft. For exampe longer periods may be advised for the sole of the foot -.

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Can you explain the difference between synthetic and natural grafts for leg bypass?

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Is it possible to have an aneurysm in mid synthetic femoral/popliteal graft. i have a thrombus 7x8cm surrounding graft, graft incrased from 2.3 to 3.2?

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I am circumsized but skin has grafted back, is there a procedure to correct this?

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Could nerve grafts restore potency?

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How long after skin grafts can i heal?

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