Total hepatic mesh wrap for hemostasis

To improve hemostasis and avoid the complications of perihepatic packing, a technique of hepatic tamponade using total mesh wrap is reported. The method is geometrically, technically and mechanically feasible and appears to be effective in controlling severe parenchymatous bleeding.

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Published inSurgery, gynecology & obstetrics Vol. 175; no. 2; p. 181
Main Authors Stevens, S L, Maull, K I, Enderson, B L
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.08.1992
Subjects
Animals
Hemostatic Techniques
Humans
Liver - injuries
Surgical Mesh
Swine
Tampons, Surgical
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Summary:To improve hemostasis and avoid the complications of perihepatic packing, a technique of hepatic tamponade using total mesh wrap is reported. The method is geometrically, technically and mechanically feasible and appears to be effective in controlling severe parenchymatous bleeding.
ISSN:0039-6087