MRS. TIFFANY M. JESSEE, D.O.

SOUTH PASADENA, FL

Research Active
Surgery NPI registered 21+ years 2 publications 2007 – 2021 NPI: 1205830692
Surgery
Hernia, HiatalRecurrenceProsthesis ImplantationSurgical MeshProsthesis DesignAbsorbable Implants

Practice Location

1609 PASASENA AVE S
SOUTH PASADENA, FL 33707

Phone: (727) 289-7137

What does TIFFANY JESSEE research?

Mrs. Jessee studies the management of severe infections and the effectiveness of surgical techniques for conditions like cancer and hiatal hernias. Her research looks at how infections can develop as complications from other health issues, particularly in patients with cancer. She also investigates the use of surgical mesh in repairs to reduce the chance of recurrence for conditions like hiatal hernias, which occur when part of the stomach pushes into the chest.

Key findings

  • In her 2021 study, Mrs. Jessee reported a case of a necrotizing soft tissue infection in a 54-year-old woman with colon cancer, emphasizing the critical need for prompt treatment in such severe infections.
  • Her 2007 research showed that using absorbable mesh in laparoscopic repair of hiatal hernias resulted in 80% of patients being symptom-free after three years, compared to only 44% without the mesh.
  • The recurrence rate for hiatal hernias was 3.3% among patients who received the mesh compared to 20% for those who did not, indicating a significant advantage in using this method.

Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Jessee study infections related to cancer?
Yes, Dr. Jessee's research includes cases of severe infections that develop in patients with cancer, focusing on timely diagnosis and treatment.
What surgical techniques has Dr. Jessee researched?
Dr. Jessee has researched the use of absorbable mesh in laparoscopic repairs for conditions like hiatal hernias.
Is Dr. Jessee's work relevant to patients with hiatal hernias?
Yes, her findings on the effectiveness of surgical mesh in preventing hiatal hernias are very relevant for patients undergoing this type of surgery.

Publications in plain English

A Case of Necrotizing Soft Tissue Infection Secondary to Perforated Colon Cancer.

2021

Cureus

Bahl N, Long AS, Vemuri A, Jessee T

Plain English
This study looked at a serious type of infection in a 54-year-old woman who had colon cancer and developed a necrotizing soft tissue infection in her abdomen. After her condition worsened, she underwent surgery to remove part of her colon and address the infection, which involved careful drainage and the use of antibiotics. The research highlights how crucial it is for doctors to quickly identify and treat severe infections, especially when there might be underlying health issues like cancer. Who this helps: This helps patients with severe infections and underlying conditions like cancer, as well as their doctors.

PubMed

Use of surgisis mesh in laparoscopic repair of hiatal hernias.

2007

Surgical laparoscopy, endoscopy & percutaneous techniques

Jacobs M, Gomez E, Plasencia G, Lopez-Penalver C, Lujan H +2 more

Plain English
This study looked at how effective using a special type of mesh (absorbable mesh) is in preventing the return of hiatal hernias after a specific surgical repair. Among patients who had the mesh used, 80% remained symptom-free three years later, while only 44% of those without the mesh were free of symptoms. It found that those with the mesh had a 3.3% recurrence rate of hiatal hernias compared to 20% for those without it, highlighting that using mesh can greatly lower the chances of the hernia coming back. Who this helps: This benefits patients undergoing surgery for hiatal hernias, helping them have better outcomes and fewer complications.

PubMed

Frequent Co-Authors

Nicholas Bahl Ashley S Long Adithi Vemuri Moises Jacobs Eddie Gomez Gustavo Plasencia Cristina Lopez-Penalver Henry Lujan Diego Velarde

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