A NOVEL protective sleeve has been shown to significantly reduce skin complications in patients undergoing surgery for axillary osmidrosis, compared to standard tie-over bandages. Standard tie-over bandages often lead to skin compression-related complications, such as bruising, and skin erosion. Therefore, researchers have developed a protective sleeve designed to reduce skin damage.
Researchers conducted an observational trial involving 60 patients who underwent surgery for axillary osmidrosis. Patients were divided into two groups: an experimental group, who received the novel protective sleeve, and a control group, who received standard tie-over bandages. The protective sleeve was crafted by modifying the tail of a 3 mL syringe, drilling holes into it, and securing it onto a Penrose drain. The sleeve was fastened using 4-0 silk sutures, with padding placed between the sutures and the skin to further prevent compression. In the experimental group using the novel sleeve, bruising was reduced by 83.33% compared to the control group (16.7% versus 70%). Skin erosion was reduced by 75% (10% versus 40%). Additionally, delayed complications such as hypertrophic scarring were observed in the control group, but not in the experimental group.
In conclusion, the novel protective sleeve technique demonstrated significant benefits in reducing postoperative skin complications in patients undergoing surgery for axillary osmidrosis. This approach reduced bruising, skin erosion, and the risk of delayed complications such as hypertrophic scars. Clinically, this technique could be widely adopted as an alternative to traditional bandaging methods to improve patient outcomes. Future research should explore long-term effects and patient satisfaction to further support this technique’s integration into clinical practice.
Katrina Thornber, EMJ
Reference
Ho BXE, Ho WT. Using an innovative protective sleeve to reduce skin compression complications in axillary osmidrosis surgery. Plast Aesthet Nurs (Phila). 2024;44(3):210-2.
