Management of the open abdomen using negative pressure wound therapy with instillation in severe abdominal sepsis
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2016.11.024
Abstract: Highlights • Intra-abdominal sepsis remains one the leading causes of mortality in the SICU .• Multiple surgical approaches have been introduced as part of the management of the open abdomen with varying results.• Negative pressure… read more here.
Keywords: sepsis; open abdomen; pressure wound; negative pressure ... See more keywords
Open abdomen management for massive intestinal infarction due to acute splanchnic venous thrombosis in a patient with protein S deficiency. A case report
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2020.05.076
Abstract: Highlights • Portomesenteric venous thrombosis is rare and can lead to serious consequences.• Open abdomen is a successful strategy in case of resections for bowel ischemia.• Thrombosis at an ucommon site should be investigated for… read more here.
Keywords: open abdomen; venous thrombosis; management massive; abdomen management ... See more keywords
A polypropylene mesh coated with interpenetrating double network hydrogel for local drug delivery in temporary closure of open abdomen
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DOI: 10.1039/c9ra10455k
Abstract: Prosthetic materials are widely used for temporary abdominal closure after open abdomen (OA), but local adhesion, erosion and fistula formation caused by current materials seriously affect the quality of life of patients. Recently, a three-dimensional… read more here.
Keywords: open abdomen; network hydrogel; network; closure open ... See more keywords
BJS-04 THE USE OF A VISCERAL PROTECTIVE LAYER PREVENTS FISTULA DEVELOPMENT IN OPEN ABDOMEN THERAPY – RESULTS FROM THE EHS OPEN ABDOMEN REGISTRY
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DOI: 10.1093/bjs/znad080.004
Abstract: Enteroatmospheric fistula (EAF) development is a severe complication of open abdomen therapy (OAT), thus this study yields to evaluate the protective effect of a visceral protective layer (VPL) based on registry data. All cases from… read more here.
Keywords: ehs open; vpl; development; open abdomen ... See more keywords
OC-048 LONG TERM OUTCOMES AND QUALITY OF LIFE AFTER OPEN ABDOMEN TREATMENT
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DOI: 10.1093/bjs/znad080.055
Abstract: Open abdomen treatment (OAT) can manage severe abdominal conditions but is associated with high morbidity and mortality. Main risks are entero-atmospheric fistula (EAF), failure of primary fascial closure, and incisional hernias. In this study, we… read more here.
Keywords: long term; abdomen treatment; quality life; open abdomen ... See more keywords
Abdominal compartment syndrome and the open abdomen: any unresolved issues?
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DOI: 10.1097/mcc.0000000000000371
Abstract: Purpose of review This article reviews the key principles of abdominal compartment syndrome and the open abdomen, exploring some of the unresolved issues. It reviews new concepts in care. Recent findings Recent use of peritoneal… read more here.
Keywords: compartment syndrome; open abdomen; abdominal compartment; unresolved issues ... See more keywords
Open abdomen with vacuum-assisted wound closure and mesh-mediated fascial traction in patients with complicated diffuse secondary peritonitis: A single-center 8-year experience
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DOI: 10.1097/ta.0000000000001452
Abstract: BACKGROUND Open abdomen (OA) treatment in patients with peritonitis is increasing worldwide. Various temporary abdominal closure devices are being used. This study included patients with complicated diffuse secondary peritonitis, OA, and vacuum-assisted wound closure and… read more here.
Keywords: open abdomen; patients complicated; closure; complicated diffuse ... See more keywords
Management of the open abdomen: A systematic review with meta-analysis and practice management guideline from the Eastern Association for the Surgery of Trauma
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DOI: 10.1097/ta.0000000000003683
Abstract: Many emergency surgery patients require damage control laparotomy with an open abdomen. The optimal techniques to promote primary myofascial closure are unclear. This Practice Management Guideline reviews the recent literature and suggests fascial traction improve… read more here.
Keywords: fascial traction; surgery; open abdomen; meta ... See more keywords
Development and validation of a multivariable prediction model in open abdomen patients for entero‐atmospheric fistula
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DOI: 10.1111/ans.17512
Abstract: Laparostomy or Open Abdomen (OA) has matured into an effective strategy in the management of abdominal catastrophe. Single prognostic factors have been identified in a previous systematic review regarding entero‐atmospheric fistula (EAF). Unfortunately, no prognostic… read more here.
Keywords: prediction model; open abdomen; entero atmospheric; model ... See more keywords
Open abdomen: is a dedicated emergency surgery team needed? A single center retrospective study on 141 consecutive patients
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DOI: 10.1111/ans.17949
Abstract: Open Abdomen (OA) is widely used when facing a catastrophic abdomen. Still, no indication is validated by a strong and high quality of evidence. The study reports the 5 year experience of a dedicated emergency… read more here.
Keywords: team; surgery; open abdomen; dedicated emergency ... See more keywords
How to do mesh-mediated fascial traction for delayed primary closure of the open abdomen.
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DOI: 10.1111/ans.18474
Abstract: The open abdomen can be a life-saving resuscitative manoeuvre in patients with catastrophic abdominal pathologies, however, can lead to the need for delayed primary closure. The most recent guidelines released from the European Hernia Society… read more here.
Keywords: fascial traction; delayed primary; mesh mediated; open abdomen ... See more keywords