A Narrative Review of Experimental Models to Study Vascular Grafts Infections.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Many experimental models have been developed to decipher the mechanisms of vascular graft and endograft infections (VGEIs), and to elaborate strategies to prevent or treat their occurrence. A systematic literature research was conducted to identify the most accurate models for studying VGEIs, depending on the research question.

Methods

A narrative literature search was conducted using the MEDLINE and Cochrane databases, with no set limit on the date of publication, up to 10 August 2021. Ex vivo, in vitro, and in vivo animal studies on VGEIs, published in English or French, were selected. Cross references retrieved from selected articles on PubMed database were also included. Data on microorganisms and grafts studied, details of experimental mo

SUBMITTER: Puges M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9006669 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature