Re: Use of Intergel or SprayGel with Laparoscopy

From: Robin M (rmasse2333@aol.com)
Thu Mar 27 07:10:21 2003

I had Intergel during lap surgery with DR Korell in Duisburg, Germany in Nov 2000. Although I came home knowing I would have 15-30% reformation, I didn't have any problems using it. Many have had alergic reactions with the Intergel. Aparently, the Spray Gel is much better at reducing the chance of reformation and is less likely to cause allergic reactions, but it is not FDA aproved for the USA yet. I am trying to raise the money to return to DR Korell. I am also working with DRs & Surgeons to get my insurance company to approve the surgery with the use of Spray Gel based on humanaterian reasons. I hope this information has been helpful. robin M

At Thu, 27 Mar 2003, M wrote: >
>Hello all! I love the new look of the site, its obvious that a lot of
>hard work went into making such improvements-thanks!
>
>I am looking for information and comments regarding Intergel and whether
>or not it has been of help to ARD sufferers?
>
>Is it being used yet in laparoscopic surgery?
>
>I thought I read that it was approved for open laparotomies only - why
>not laparoscopies?
>It seems like using Intergel during the less invasive laparoscopic
>adhesion lysis makes more sense!
>
>Also, how does it differ from SprayGel?
>
>Does one appear to be better than the other or have they been equally
>successful?
>
>Thank you to anyone who replies & wishing everyone a pain free evening.

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