Ultrasound-guided hydrorelease/hydrodissection reduces gliding resistance in a rat sciatic nerve adhesion model : a preclinical experimental study

Key Points

• The study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of ultrasound-guided hydrorelease/hydrodissection in reducing gliding resistance in a rat sciatic nerve model.
• Utilized a rat sciatic nerve adhesion model with preserved nerve conduction.
• Applied ultrasound-guided hydrorelease/hydrodissection techniques on the nerve.
• Measured tensile strength required to detach the nerve from the bed.
• Hydrorelease/hydrodissection significantly reduced the tensile strength needed for nerve detachment.
• The findings indicate improved mechanical mobility and gliding of the nerve under adhesion.
• Suggests potential as a minimally invasive treatment for perineural adhesion conditions.

Abstract