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Haemostasis from iatrogenic solid organ injury can be difficult to achieve. We describe the use of oxidized regenerated cellulose (Surgicel ® ) and a Hanna-Belfast suction diathermy device to control minor solid organ haemorrhage
In certain surgical patients undergoing laparotomy it may be best to leave the abdomen open as a laparostomy. Care of the resulting wound represents a considerable medical and nursing challenge. This article presents such a case and the authors’ initial experience of managing laparostomy wounds with vacuum-assisted closure.
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