Open Drainage of Abdominal Abscesses

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Open Drainage of Abdominal Abscesses Most intra-abdominal abscesses are now managed by image-guided percutaneous drainage and antibiotics. Open drainage is used when percutaneous drainage fails or is not available, or…

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Exploratory Laparotomy

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Exploratory Laparotomy The choice of incision for laparotomy is influenced by the operation planned, the location of the probable pathology, the body habitus of the patient, and the presence or…

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FAST Examination for Trauma

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FAST Examination for Trauma Focused assessment with sonography for trauma (FAST) examination has largely replaced diagnostic peritoneal lavage for initial evaluation of the patient with multiple trauma. The examination is…

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Introduction

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Introduction The detailed anatomy of the muscles and fascial layers of the anterior abdominal wall is described in Chapters 42 to 46. Peritoneal lavage is the first procedure illustrated in…

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Introduction

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Introduction This is the longest section of this book, reflecting the complexity and diversity of abdominal operative procedures commonly performed during training and by practicing general surgeons. It is divided…

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Carpal Tunnel Release

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Carpal Tunnel Release The median nerve passes through a narrow, rigid-walled canal (the carpal tunnel) as it enters the hand. Here, it is vulnerable to compression from trauma, anomalous muscles…

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Tendon Repair

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Tendon Repair Preservation of mobility and function is a critical consideration in the repair of tendon injuries of the forearm and hand. While general surgeons may not be called upon…

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Digital Nerve Block

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Digital Nerve Block Digital nerve block is used to provide quick, reliable anesthesia of a finger or toe. Nerve block avoids injection of anesthetic into injured or more sensitive distal…

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