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AlloDerm
Pronunciation: AL-oh-derm
An acellular dermal matrix derived from donated human skin tissue used for burn reconstruction.
Full Definition
AlloDerm is a processed dermal matrix product created from donated human skin with all cells removed while preserving the natural collagen structure. In burn surgery, it serves as a dermal template that can be combined with thin autografts to improve functional and aesthetic outcomes. The material is processed to remove cellular components that could cause immunologic rejection while maintaining the structural proteins necessary for tissue integration.
Usage
Usage note: Capitalize as brand name. Distinguish from other dermal substitutes in clinical documentation.
In Context
- "The surgeon applied AlloDerm beneath the autograft to improve dermal thickness." — Operative report
- "AlloDerm integration was assessed at the two-week follow-up visit." — Clinical assessment
Also known as
acellular dermal matrix
ADM
Don't confuse with
Integra
AlloDerm RTU