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Cir Gen 2018; 40 (1)

Bee honey added to the surgical management of intra-abdominal sepsis. Report of two cases

Mejía-Rendón G, Mejía-Pérez CI

Language: Spanish
References: 24
Page: 31-37
PDF size: 381.64 Kb.


ABSTRACT

Among the attributes of bee honey, its antimicrobial properties stand out. In foreign countries, there are already therapeutic kinds of honey, especially for the treatment of wounds. There is ongoing research with experimental studies that have used honey even for the prevention of intra-abdominal adhesions due to peritonitis. Surgical treatment of intra-abdominal sepsis (IAS) may include peritoneal lavage and other strategies according to its severity. We report two severe cases of this condition with an unfavorable prognosis, in which intra-abdominal honey was used as an adjunct, expecting an antimicrobial activity. Clinical progress in both patients was favorable. The use of honey is supported by literature and previous experience, and by attempts to prevent persistent peritonitis. From what is known about honey, benefits in IAS may be expected, since it use look promising. Although recognizing its limitations, honey could be an adjuvant to therapeutic interventions or surgical approaches when necessary.


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