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Review
. 2024 Aug 5;16(8):e66227.
doi: 10.7759/cureus.66227. eCollection 2024 Aug.

Omentoplasty in Surgical Interventions: A Comprehensive Review of Techniques and Outcomes

Shruthi Bikkumalla  1 , Suresh R Chandak  1 , Anup A Zade  1 , Srinivasa Reddy  1 , Poosarla Ram Sohan  1 , Akansha Hatewar  1
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Review

Omentoplasty in Surgical Interventions: A Comprehensive Review of Techniques and Outcomes

Shruthi Bikkumalla et al. Cureus. .

Abstract

Omentoplasty, a surgical technique utilizing the omentum's unique properties, has become a pivotal intervention across various surgical fields. This comprehensive review explores the historical evolution, techniques, applications, outcomes, and complications associated with omentoplasty. With its rich vascular supply, lymphatic tissue, and remarkable immunological properties, the omentum has proven invaluable in enhancing wound healing, controlling infections, and providing mechanical support in complex surgical scenarios. The review delves into the anatomy and physiology of the omentum, elucidating its role in promoting angiogenesis and combating infections. Different omentoplasty techniques, including open, laparoscopic, and robotic-assisted approaches, are compared with regard to indications, procedural steps, and outcomes. The applications of omentoplasty span general surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, neurosurgery, gynecologic surgery, and urologic surgery, highlighting its versatility and broad clinical relevance. Short-term and long-term outcomes of omentoplasty, including postoperative recovery, complication rates, recurrence rates, and quality of life, are thoroughly analyzed. The review addresses common and rare complications, emphasizing prevention and management strategies to optimize patient outcomes. Innovations in surgical techniques, the use of biomaterials, and the potential for synthetic or bioengineered omentum are discussed, underscoring the future directions and research opportunities in this field. By providing a detailed examination of omentoplasty, this review aims to enhance understanding, guide clinical practice, and inspire future research to further improve surgical outcomes and patient care.

Keywords: infection control; omentoplasty; omentum; surgical outcomes; surgical technique; wound healing.

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Conflicts of interest: In compliance with the ICMJE uniform disclosure form, all authors declare the following: Payment/services info: All authors have declared that no financial support was received from any organization for the submitted work. Financial relationships: All authors have declared that they have no financial relationships at present or within the previous three years with any organizations that might have an interest in the submitted work. Other relationships: All authors have declared that there are no other relationships or activities that could appear to have influenced the submitted work.

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Figure 1
Figure 1. The role of the omentum in healing and immune response.
Image Credit: Dr. Shruthi Bikkumalla
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