Temporary abdominal closure

The increasing recognition of abdominal compartment syndrome's adverse effect on patient outcome has been coupled with our expanding knowledge of techniques of temporary abdominal closure. Temporary abdominal closure can be used prophylactically to prevent abdominal compartment syndrome develop...

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Published inActa clinica belgica (English ed. Online) Vol. 62 Suppl 1; p. 210
Main Authors Sugrue, M, D'Amours, S K, Kolkman, K A
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published England 2007
Subjects
abdominal pressure
abdominal compartment syndrome
abdominal decompression
open abdomen
temporary abdominal closure
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Summary:The increasing recognition of abdominal compartment syndrome's adverse effect on patient outcome has been coupled with our expanding knowledge of techniques of temporary abdominal closure. Temporary abdominal closure can be used prophylactically to prevent abdominal compartment syndrome developing and more commonly in the treatment of patients with progressing or advanced abdominal compartment syndrome. The preferred technique involves a negative suction dressing protecting the fascial and skin edges, collecting intraperitoneal fluid and reducing contamination. Attempts of early closure will facilitate recovery.
ISSN:1784-3286
DOI:10.1179/acb.2007.62.s1.028