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PubMed2026

Elastic tape as an add-on strategy to potentiate pulmonary rehabilitation outcomes in nonobese males with moderate-to-very severe COPD: A randomised clinical trial.

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: Pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) improves exercise capacity but has limited effects on ventilatory constraints in severe COPD. Application of elastic tape (ET) is a potential adjunctive strategy that improves ventilatory efficiency, but its effects during PR remain un lear. This study investigated whether ET potentiates PR benefits on exercise capacity, health status, psychological symptoms, and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in individuals with COPD. METHODS: Forty-two nonobese men with moderate-to-very severe COPD were randomised to ET or Sham groups during an 8-week PR programme. The primary outcome was endurance shuttle walk test (ESWT) time; secondary outcomes included COPD Assessment Test (CAT), Chronic Respiratory Questionnaire (CRQ), and Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS). RESULTS: ESWT improved by +329s in the ET group, exceeding the MCID. Greater CAT improvements (p = 0.02), and a higher proportion achieving minimal clinically important difference (MCID) (48% vs. 29%; p = 0.02) were observed in the ET group. Only ET group achieved MCIDs for depression (p = 0.003) and anxiety (p = 0.02). HRQoL improved similarly in both groups. The only outcome with a significant time × group interaction was HADS-D (p = 0.001), improved by ET. Only This study was performed in accordance with the Declaration of Helsinki. This human study was approved by Ethics Committee for Analysis of Research Projects (CAPPesq) of School of Medicine of the University of São Paulo - Hospital das Clínicas (approval 55 617 321.20000.0068). All adult participants provided written informed consent to participate in this study. Clinical Trial Registration number NCT05939999 (https://clinicaltrials.gov), registered on October 26th, 2025.ET group presented moderate-to-large effect sizes for ESWT (d = 0.89), HADS-A (d = 0.51) and HADS-D (d = 1.02). CONCLUSIONS: ET potentiates PR benefits on exercise capacity, health status, and psychological symptoms in individuals with moderate-to-very severe COPD.

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PubMed2003

The use of elastic adhesive tape to promote lymphatic flow in the rabbit hind leg.

Any method that deforms the skin of the extremities may increase lymphatic flow rate, and may be applied to treat peripheral lymphedema. This study was undertaken to investigate whether or not elastic adhesive tape with passive exercise can increase lymph flow in the rabbit hind leg by effective and periodic skin deformation. Cannulation into a pre-popliteal afferent lymphatic vessel in the lower left leg of 22 male New Zealand White rabbits was performed under a stereomicroscope. After stabilization, lymph was collected at rest or during passive exercise with an electric motor at 60 r.p.m. for 15 minutes and was then measured. Lymph flow rate was calculated and expressed as g/hour. Increase of lymph flow rate due to taping was significant only for passive exercise (p=0.0317). The lymph flow rate increased linearly as the area of tape was increased (p=0.0011), and lymph flow rates were significantly different according to site (p=0.0017). Tape on the anterior aspect of the ankle caused salient deformation and tended to increase the lymph flow rate more so than tape on the dorsum of the foot (p=0.0831). Taping with elastic adhesive tape in passive exercise increased the lymph flow rate in the rabbit hind leg by deforming the skin, which suggests a novel therapeutic method in cases of peripheral lymphedema.

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PubMed1997

Conformability and irritancy of adhesive tapes on the skin.

The relationship between the conformability of adhesive tape, the mechanical property of the adhesive tape not to interfere with skin movement, and irritation of the skin was investigated. In order to assess the conformability of adhesive tape to the skin, a uniaxial method employing film strips connected to a strain gauge was used to measure the elastic property of the skin, with or without application of various elastic tapes. The tension loaded on the strain gauge was measured while the skin was extended by 15% of its original length in a direction across the humeral axis on the flexor side of the upper right arm. The most elastic adhesive tape showed the best conformity to the skin. The same adhesive tapes were applied on the flexor side of both upper arms so that the tape held a piece of sanitary cotton in place for 24 h. Dermal irritation was not so remarkable in the skin under the inner part of the tapes. On the other hand, the skin reaction was much more severe on the skin under the edge portion of the applied tape which showed poor conformability to the skin. These findings seemed to indicate that the skin reaction was caused by localized distortion of the skin under the edge portion of the applied tapes, during movement of the underlying muscle. Actually, the distortion of the skin surface was great in the areas immediately outside the edge of the applied tape. In conclusion, adhesive tape conformable to skin movement reduced localized distortion of the skin during application, resulting in low irritation at the edge of the applied tape.

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PubMed1991

Non-surgical cannulation of the vena cava for chronic blood collection in mature swine.

A nonsurgical cannulation technique for blood collections from mature swine was evaluated. Primiparous Yorkshire-Landrace sows (n = 6) received an indwelling jugular vein cannulae for 7 days duration. Recannulation was performed at monthly intervals for a total of 14 months. During cannulation, sows were restrained in a standing position using a rope snout snare. A 12-gauge by 10 cm needle was inserted into the jugular vein. Sterilized polyvinyl chloride tubing was advanced through the needle into the vein and a blunted 18-gauge needle and attached intermittent injection hub was inserted into the free end of the tubing. Surgical tape was used to form a butterfly on the tubing by suturing the tape to the animals' skin. Foam padding, livestock cement, and elastic tape helped to keep the tubing in position. Problems with cannulae patency and maintenance were few. No behavioral problems or systemic signs of illness were noted and necropsy examinations performed after the final cannulation revealed few abnormalities associated with chronic intermittent cannulation. This technique provides a safe, quick, effective means for multiple and repeated cannulae placement for blood collection from mature swine with minimal effects on the animal and without the risks associated with surgical techniques.

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PubMed2003

[Synthetic suburethral sling in the treatment of stress urinary incontinence in women].

Since the marketing and success of the TVT technique, other products have been released onto the suburethral sling market. These products can be classified according to four main criteria: TAPE: The material used in every case is polypropylene, in the form of woven monofilaments (TVT, Sparc, Monarc, Uretex Sup), multi-filaments (IVS, Safyre comprising two silicone tension bands), extruded crosslinked polypropylene (Obtape) or silicone-coated polypropylene in contact with the urethra (Uratape). A larger space between the fibres is associated with a lower theoretical risk of infection and better tissue ingrowth. The weaving process of Uretex Sap tape decreases the warping and release effect. Extruded polypropylene forms a very solid, but poorly elastic tape. It is not yet clear whether silicone-coating is an advantage or a disadvantage. INCISION: The ascending retropubic approach (TVT, Uretex Sup, IVS) is now well known. It carries a risk of bladder perforation and, more exceptionally, intestinal or vascular injuries. The descending retropubic approach (Uretex Sup, Sparc) requires more extensive vaginal dissection and carries a risk of bladder perforation. The mixed retropubic approach (Uretex Sup) combines the potential disadvantages of the ascending and descending approaches. The transobturator approach (Uratape, Obtape, Monarc) was described more recently and is easy to learn. It does not carry any risk of intestinal or vascular injury, but the urethra, vagina or even the bladder (in the case of lateral cystocele) can be damaged by this incision. INSTRUMENTS: Ease of use is an essential feature. Uretex Sup comprises ancillary instruments and a technique requiring multiple manipulations. Sparc tape cannot be easily dissociated from the ancillary instruments when a second passage is necessary. TVT and Uratape use resterilizable instruments, while the other products are totally disposable. FOLLOW-UP AND PUBLICATIONS: Only TVT has a sufficient follow-up and several hundred specific papers or publications. Only a few publications by a few different teams are currently available for the other products. In conclusion, the various published studies confirm the qualities and good tolerance of woven monofilament polypropylene. The other materials require a longer follow-up and more studies before they can be completely validated in terms of results and morbidity. The multiple surgical approaches and the various ancillary instruments available allow the technique to be adapted to each patient and each surgeon, regardless of his or her initial training and habits.

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PubMed1993

[Ankle sprains. Comparison of long-term results of functional treatment methods with adhesive tape and bandage ("brace") and stability measurement].

Both taping and bracing can be applied in the early functional treatment of ankle sprains. In this study the long-term (2.3 +/- 0.5 years) results of functional treatment with two types of bandages were compared. Out of 165 patients treated, 112 were available for interview, 60 of whom had been treated with adhesive, non-elastic tape and 52, with a confection brace. In 93 of these patients (47 in the tape group), the ankle was examined and stabilometry was performed. The distance (D) and area (A) covered by each patient's centre of gravity while he/she stood on one leg for 30 s were measured. The following symptoms were found on the total population: pain on movement in 5%, swelling in 8% and functional instability (recurrent sprain or a feeling of giving way) in 38%. Mechanical instability was found in 34%. Pain on palpation of the lateral ligaments was the only symptom whose frequency differed significantly (P < 0.05) between the tape group (47%) and the brace group (20%). Stabilometric measurements revealed no substantial difference between the tape group (D: 436 +/- 100 mm; A: 192 +/- 87 mm2) and the brace group (D: 459 +/- 111 mm; A: 206 +/- 92 mm2). Nor was any difference in stability observed between the injured and the non-injured ankle, between the stable and the unstable ankle, or between the unstable ankle with and without brace application. Stabilometry is thus not an appropriate means of quantifying the symptoms of ankle instability.(ABSTRACT TRUNCATED AT 250 WORDS)

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PubMed1997

Maintenance of hemostasis after invasive cardiac procedures: implications for outpatient catheterization.

OBJECTIVES: This study investigated the efficacy of four different methods of arterial puncture site management during recovery from invasive cardiac procedures. The primary goals were less patient discomfort and improved clinical outcome. BACKGROUND: The increasing use of outpatient catheterization, large interventional devices and potent periprocedural anticoagulation regimens has made the reduction of groin complications a high priority. Despite these trends, there are no randomized trials comparing commonly used techniques in treating the catheter entry site for the first few hours after the procedure. METHODS: Four-hundred consecutive patients undergoing catheterization laboratory procedures were randomly assigned to one of four dressing techniques applied after achieving hemostasis: a sandbag placed over the site; a pressure dressing constructed from surgical gauze and elastic tape; a commercially available compression device; and no use of compressive dressing. Of these 400 patients, 171 would have been eligible for outpatient procedures in the absence of geographic constraints. The dressings were removed, and ambulation was encouraged 5 h after sheath removal. Uniform initial compression times, patient instructions, nursing follow-up and a structured interview and physical examination at 24 h were used. RESULTS: The level of patient discomfort before and after dressing removal, as well as site tenderness at 24-h follow-up, was statistically similar in all four groups. Hematomas (typically small) and areas of ecchymosis were observed in 58 and 122 patients, respectively, but both their frequency and size were equally represented in each group. Important adverse events were confined to bleeding, rated as mild in 5.8%, moderate in 0.8% and severe in 0.6% of patients. Again, all four groups were statistically similar. Comparable findings were observed in the subgroup of patients eligible for outpatient procedures. CONCLUSIONS: Despite an increase in inconvenience and expense, none of the three compression techniques that were investigated improved patient satisfaction or outcome. Therefore, the routine use of compression dressings after invasive cardiac procedures cannot be recommended.

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PubMed2001

The development of waist circumference percentiles in British children aged 5.0-16.9 y.

OBJECTIVE: To develop waist circumference percentile curves for British children and to compare these curves with those from other countries. DESIGN: Cross-sectional study. SETTING: School-aged population. SUBJECTS: A representative sample of school children from the geographical regions of Great Britain, approximately in proportion to their age distribution. The sample population consisted of 8355 children (3585 males, 4770 females) with ages ranging between 5.0 and 16.9 y. INTERVENTIONS: Waist circumferences were measured with a flexible non-elastic tape and waist circumference percentiles were constructed and smoothed using the LMS method. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES: Smoothed waist circumference percentile curves. RESULTS: Mean waist circumference increased with age in both boys and girls. For girls, curves began to plateau after the age of 13 y whereas, for boys, waist percentile curves continued to increase more sharply after this age. However, these curves mainly reflect the patterns of waist circumference in Caucasian children. CONCLUSIONS: These curves represent the first waist circumference percentiles for British children and could be used provisionally for both clinical and possibly epidemiological use, although they should be validated against equivalent longitudinal data. SPONSORSHIP: This project has been sponsored by UNL Diversity and Development Fund.

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PubMed1993

Treatment of the inversion ankle sprain: comparison of different modes of compression and cryotherapy.

Relatively few studies have been performed to examine the effectiveness of different methods of treatment for the inversion ankle sprain. In this study, restoration of function following a grade II inversion sprain was compared among 34 subjects who received one of three methods of treatment, each of which incorporated an Air-Stirrup brace. The methods included uniform compression provided by elastic tape, focal compression provided by a U-shaped device, and focal compression with simultaneous cryotherapy. Although the results failed to demonstrate statistical significance at the .05 level (p = .055), the two groups that received focal compression attained each of nine levels of function in fewer days than the group that received uniform compression. The results of this study indicate that focal compression appears beneficial, but increased frequency and duration of cryotherapy does not appear to enhance the rate of recovery following an inversion ankle sprain.

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PubMed1991

Construction of a local standard symphysis fundal height curves for monitoring intrauterine fetal growth.

The aim of the present study was to construct standard symphysis fundal height percentile curves to be used as a reference chart in monitoring fetal growth. The construction was based on 1185 observations (symphysis fundal height measured to the nearest 0.5 cm by a malleable elastic tape) obtained from follow up of 105 cases of healthy pregnant women who were: sure of date of their last menstrual period, confirmed by early dating scan "before 20th gestational week", experienced a very strict normal course of pregnancy, giving birth to normal term newborn with appropriate weight for gestational age and sex. The selection of the study sample went through several screening levels starting by 4088 cases and ending by 105 cases. The measurements were taken biweekly from the 18th week of gestation to delivery "37-42 weeks of gestation." Tenth, 25th, 50th, 75th, 90th and 95th percentiles were calculated and represented graphically. Mean, mean-1 SD, mean-2 SD, mean +1 SD, mean + 2 SD were also calculated and represented graphically. The curve of best fit was determined by polynominal regression. The resulted percentile curves and mean values were found to be comparable to those in both developed and developing countries. It was recommended to incorporate the reference charts of symphysis fundal height into the maternity services after using it in routine antenatal examination for large number of cases and establishing its sensitivity and specificity.

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PubMed1984

Transtracheal aspiration in the horse: a photo essay.

Transtracheal aspiration is used to obtain samples for culture and cytologic examination of respiratory tract secretions and exudates. A 15-cm-long area of the ventral midcervical region is surgically prepared, a small site infiltrated SC with 2-3 ml lidocaine, and a stab incision made in the skin. A trocar with cannula is inserted through the incision and annular ligament into the trachea and the trocar removed. An 8-Fr polypropylene catheter is inserted about 35-40 cm down the trachea and attached to a 30-ml syringe, containing 20 ml sterile saline, with a 3-way stopcock . The saline is rapidly injected and a 3- to 4-ml sample is aspirated after the horse coughs and as the catheter is slowly withdrawn. The catheter and cannula are withdrawn, the area covered with antibacterial ointment and gauze sponges, and elastic tape applied. Complications are rare but include SC emphysema or infection, pneumomediastinum and cartilage ring damage.

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PubMed1983

The treatment of ankle sprain by bandaging and antiphlogistic drugs.

A prospective randomized investigation comprised 119 patients with ankle sprains, treated by the application of a layer bandage or elastic adhesive tape bandage. In addition, the patients received drug treatment as a double blind test: placebo, or oxyphenbutazone 100 mg or clonixin 300 mg three times daily. The drug study comprised 106 patients. Clinical examination and measurements of foot volume were carried out initially and 5-7 days after injury. The patients were asked to complete a follow-up questionnaire describing their symptoms and walking ability. No statistically significant difference was observed between the differently bandaged groups with regard to clinical findings and foot volume. Elastic adhesive tape bandage caused more complications, mainly compression, irritation of the skin or rash, compared with the layer bandage (p less than 0.05). Clonixin proved useful in controlling swelling and in the authors opinion gave the best clinical result. The bandages used in the study were tested in 20 patients by mechanically rotating the bandaged ankle under general or spinal anaesthesia. The layer bandage proved more stable in the lateral direction than the elastic adhesive tape bandage (p less than 0.001).

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PubMed2005

Ultrasound and urodynamic comparison between caudocranial and craniocaudal tension-free vaginal tape for stress urinary incontinence.

OBJECTIVES: To compare the efficacy and safety of the conventional caudocranial tension-free vaginal tape (TVT) procedure and craniocaudal TVT procedure for the treatment of primary stress urinary incontinence. METHODS: Ninety patients with urodynamic stress incontinence and without prolapse underwent a caudocranial TVT (45 women) or craniocaudal TVT (45 women) procedure. The two patient groups were comparable in terms of age, parity, body weight, previous pelvic surgery, and menopausal status. Both methods were performed under local anesthesia with adequate sedation. Introital ultrasound evaluation on the mid-urethra TVT tapes and urodynamic evaluation was performed before and after surgery. RESULTS: The average follow-up period for caudocranial TVT and craniocaudal TVT was 1.9 years and 1.4 years, respectively. Objective evaluations were performed at similar times at 1 year postoperatively. No significant differences were found in the cure rate at 88.9% (40 of 45 women) after caudocranial TVT and 91.1% (41 of 45 women) after craniocaudal TVT (P = 1.000). The intraoperative complications were minor. No patient had long-term voiding difficulty or required long-term catheterization. Both groups had the vaginal tape implanted at the mid-urethra, with a urethral knee angle observed during maximal straining. A more proximal tape position, less elasticity of the tape, and more obstruction by the sling were found using the craniocaudal approach. Postoperative dysfunctional voiding was minor. CONCLUSIONS: The caudocranial and craniocaudal TVT procedures are highly effective, minimally invasive, and safe procedures in the treatment of urinary stress incontinence. The variations in implanted tape position and postoperative sling obstruction were most likely caused by the mode of insertion.

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PubMed2003

[Transobturator tape (Uratape). A new minimally invasive method in the treatment of urinary incontinence in women].

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the one-year results of transobturator suburethral tape for the treatment of female stress urinary incontinence. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Suburethral tape was implanted via the transobturator technique. UraTape non-woven, non-elastic polypropylene tape with a 15 mm wide central (suburethral) silicone-coated zone was inserted without tension in a horizontal plane underneath the middle of the urethra from one obturator foramen to the other. The lateral ends of the tape were tunnelled percutaneously with a tunnelling device. The retropubic space was preserved and cystoscopy was not required. From May 2000 to February 2002, 32 patients with a mean age of 64 years (range: 50 to 81 years), suffering from stress urinary incontinence without associated prolapse, were operated by the same surgeon (ED). All patients were evaluated before the operation by clinical and urodynamic examination: 5 patients presented sphincter incompetence (maximum closing pressure < 20 cmH2O); five patients presented recurrent urinary incontinence after Burch or TVT; 18 patients presented mixed incontinence and detrusor instability was demonstrated on cystometry in 6 of them. The results were evaluated by two independent doctors (clinical examination, uroflowmetry, cough test). Voiding disorders suggestive of bladder outflow obstruction were defined by the presence of the following two criteria: Qmax < 15 ml/s, residual volume > 20%. RESULTS: The mean follow-up of the study was 17 months (range: 13 to 29 months). The mean operating time was 15 minutes. No intraoperative complication was observed. One patient presented complete postoperative bladder retention that resolved after 4 weeks of self-catheterization. 29/32 patients (90.6%) were cured and 3/32 (9.4%) were improved. No urethral erosions were observed. No residual pain and no functional impairment related to the tape was observed. 5/32 patients presented voiding disorders suggestive of bladder outflow obstruction. Two patients developed de novo urge incontinence. CONCLUSIONS: Transobturator Uratape is a simple and effective procedure with a follow-up of one year for the treatment of female stress urinary incontinence. The transobturator approach avoids the risks of bladder, intestinal and vascular injuries. Evaluation of the results with a longer follow-up is necessary to validate this technique.

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PubMed2004

Transobturator tape (Uratape): a new minimally-invasive procedure to treat female urinary incontinence.

OBJECTIVE: Assessment of one-year results of a new technique of transobturator suburethral tape in the treatment of female stress urinary incontinence. METHODS: UraTape, a non-woven, non-elastic polypropylene tape with a 15 mm long central (suburethral) silicone-coated section was inserted via the transobturator route. The tape is inserted tension-free in a horizontal plane underneath the middle of the urethra between the two obturator foramens. The ends of the tape are tunnelled percutaneously with a tunneller. As the retropubic space is preserved intact, cystoscopy is not required. From May 2000 to February 2002, 150 patients with stress urinary incontinence without associated prolapse were operated and a minimum of 1 year follow-up was available for 32 patients (mean follow-up 17 months; range 13-29). The mean age was 64 years (range 50-81). All patients were assessed before surgery by clinical and urodynamic examination: 5 patients presented sphincter incompetence (maximum closure pressure <20 cm H(2)O); 5 patients presented with recurrent urinary incontinence after Burch procedure or TVT; 18 patients presented with mixed incontinence, six of them with detrusor instability confirmed by cystometry. The results were evaluated by two independent investigators (clinical examination, uroflowmetry, cough test). Voiding disorders suggesting bladder outflow obstruction were defined as the presence of the following two criteria: Q(max)<15 ml/s, residual urine volume >20%. RESULTS: 29/32 patients (90.6%) were cured and 3/32 (9.4%) were improved. Mean operating time was 15minutes. No intra-operative complications were recorded. One patient had complete postoperative bladder retention which resolved after 4 weeks of self-catheterization. There were no problems with urethral erosion, residual pain or functional impairment related to the tape. 5/32 patients had voiding disorders suggesting bladder outflow obstruction. Two patients developed de novo urge incontinence. CONCLUSION: Uratape transobturator tape is a simple and effective procedure with follow-up of one year for the treatment of female stress urinary incontinence confirmed after 1 year of follow-up. The transobturator approach avoids the risk of bladder, bowel or vascular injuries. Evaluation of the results after a longer follow-up period is needed to validate this technique.

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PubMed2004

[The transobturator tape (TOT). A minimally-invasive procedure for the treatment of female urinary stress incontinence].

The transobturator tape, a new technique for the treatment of female urinary stress incontinence, was evaluated with a 1 year follow-up.A total of 124 patients were treated with a low elasticity polypropylene tape according to the technique described by Delorme. The operative procedure is described step by step. All patients were followed-up after 3, 6 and 12 months. No intra-operative complications were observed. After 12 months 88.7% of the patients were cured and an additional 6.4% showed improvement. The transobturator technique (from exterior to interior) is, given proven indications and an exact consideration of the instructions, a simple, safe and efficient surgical procedure for the treatment of female urinary stress incontinence. The technique avoids complications such as bladder, intestinal and vascular lesions. It is suitable for genuine incontinence and patients with recurrent stress incontinence.

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