The Department of Genetic Medicine at Weill Cornell leads a dynamic and innovative translational research program, advancing diverse fields such as Genetic Therapy and Personalized Medicine.
Our translational research program aims to leverage our expertise in genetic therapies and personalized medicine to develop clinical solutions that target the molecular causes of human diseases.
The Department of Genetic Medicine advances treatments and diagnostics through diverse clinical trials, including drug testing and research to better understand diseases.
The Department of Genetic Medicine at Weill Cornell leads a dynamic and innovative translational research program, advancing diverse fields such as Genetic Therapy and Personalized Medicine.
Our translational research program aims to leverage our expertise in genetic therapies and personalized medicine to develop clinical solutions that target the molecular causes of human diseases.
The Department of Genetic Medicine advances treatments and diagnostics through diverse clinical trials, including drug testing and research to better understand diseases.
Peri-operative considerations in the patient with primary immune deficiency: a review.
Publication Type
Review
Authors
Pagovich O, Lebastchi A, Romberg N
Journal
Surg Infect (Larchmt)
Volume
15
Issue
6
Pagination
672-8
Date Published
12/01/2014
ISSN
1557-8674
Keywords
Communicable Disease Control, Immunologic Deficiency Syndromes, Infection Control, Postoperative Care, Preoperative Care, Surgical Procedures, Operative
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Patients with inherited immune deficiency diseases often require surgical procedures, and their immune defects may predispose them to surgical complications. METHODS: A thorough review of pertinent literature and current practice guidelines on surgery in patients with immune deficiency. RESULTS: Peri-operative infections are a key, but not a singular, consideration in managing patients with a primary immune deficiency. Bleeding diathesis, gastrointestinal complications, pulmonary complications, and poor incision healing may also be idiosyncratic features unique to particular immune deficiency diseases. Patients with complex genetic syndromes that include immune deficiency also may display non-immunologic abnormalities that are equally important to surgical care. CONCLUSION: Greater awareness of primary immune deficiencies and a comprehensive evaluation of such patients in close consultation with an immunologist can minimize surgical complications and optimize patient outcomes.