adhesion barriers

Adhesions are fibrous bands that form between tissues and organs. They can present as small bowel obstruction, pelvic or abdominal pain, or infertility in females. Adhesions can be caused by tissue damage followed by improper healing. Initial tissue damage induces an inflammation response and fibrin deposition. In normal healing, fibrinolysis and reepithelializtion occur. If this process is disrupted, adhesions and connective tissue scars occur. Adhesions can form as a result of abdominal and pelvic pa