| Literature DB >> 19291335 |
Danielle Collins1, Aisling M Hogan, Donal O'Shea, Des C Winter.
Abstract
INTRODUCTION: The omentum is acknowledged to have diverse functions in the pathophysiology of intra-abdominal disease. Its angiogenic properties act as a natural defense mechanism in peritonitis and intra-abdominal sepsis. With advancing technology the omentum is revealing itself as a new player in the field of molecular surgery with special reference to cancer, obesity and tissue reconstruction.Entities:
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Year: 2009 PMID: 19291335 DOI: 10.1007/s11605-009-0855-1
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Gastrointest Surg ISSN: 1091-255X Impact factor: 3.452