Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Endoscopic Procedures IV: Sigmoidoscopy and Laproscopy01:26

Endoscopic Procedures IV: Sigmoidoscopy and Laproscopy

Sigmoidoscopy and laparoscopy are distinct medical procedures that enable physicians to internally inspect different parts of the GI tract. Although they serve different purposes, each is essential for diagnosing and, in some cases, treating various medical conditions.
Sigmoidoscopy
Sigmoidoscopy is a diagnostic procedure that uses a flexible sigmoidoscope equipped with a light source and camera to examine the rectum and sigmoid colon. The procedure involves inserting the tube through the anus...
Flail Chest-II01:26

Flail Chest-II

Managing flail chest, a condition characterized by a segment of the chest wall moving independently from the rest of the thoracic cage, requires a comprehensive approach. It includes a thorough assessment of the patient's condition, a diagnostic evaluation to determine the extent of the injury, and the implementation of appropriate medical interventions tailored to the individual's needs.
Assessment:
1. Clinical Evaluation:
History:
Skeletal Muscle Relaxants: Therapeutic Uses01:31

Skeletal Muscle Relaxants: Therapeutic Uses

Skeletal muscle relaxants are used to relax muscle tone and alleviate painful muscle contractions. However, the choice of skeletal muscle relaxants depends on the duration of the surgical procedure in order to minimize potential side effects. Skeletal muscle relaxants like neuromuscular blocking agents [NMBAs] are commonly employed as adjuvants alongside general anesthetics in clinical settings. NMBAs are also used to maintain controlled ventilation during surgery of the larynx or pharynx as...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

The extended postoperative complication score: A dual-axis reporting plan for general surgery.

The journal of trauma and acute care surgery·2026
Same author

What a mesh: a call for better science and regulatory oversight.

The British journal of surgery·2026
Same author

Role of prophylactic mesh in emergency midline laparotomy: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

World journal of emergency surgery : WJES·2026
Same author

Closed incision negative pressure wound therapy after emergency laparotomy: a systematic review and Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

World journal of emergency surgery : WJES·2026
Same author

Artificial intelligence in emergency surgery: a scoping review within the artificial intelligence in emergency and trauma surgery (ARIES) project.

World journal of emergency surgery : WJES·2026
Same author

Necrotizing soft-tissue infections survival guide in adult patients: A position statement by the Global Alliance for Infections in Surgery.

The journal of trauma and acute care surgery·2025
Same journal

What the Salary Rankings Miss About Pediatric Surgery: Readiness, Not Compensation.

The American surgeon·2026
Same journal

Contrast Without Clarity: The Questionable Role of Oral Contrast in Detecting Missed Hollow Viscus Injury.

The American surgeon·2026
Same journal

Learning Surgery's Moral Questions: Mentorship, Reflection, and Professional Formation.

The American surgeon·2026
Same journal

Complete Response of Merkel Cell Carcinoma to Immunotherapy and Single-Fraction Radiotherapy Following Severe COVID-19 Infection: A Case Report and Review of Immune Mechanism.

The American surgeon·2026
Same journal

Perioperative Acute Myocardial Infarction in Non-Cardiac Operations: A National Analysis.

The American surgeon·2026
Same journal

Outcomes of Completion Cholecystectomy: Association With Patient Comorbidity in a National Database.

The American surgeon·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 29, 2026

A Suture Technique for Ruptured Annulus Fibrosus Following Decompression Under Percutaneous Transforaminal Endoscopic Discectomy
03:24

A Suture Technique for Ruptured Annulus Fibrosus Following Decompression Under Percutaneous Transforaminal Endoscopic Discectomy

Published on: January 26, 2024

Alternatives to formal abdominal decompression.

Jean-Francois Ouellet1, Ari Leppaniemi, Chad G Ball

  • 1Department of Critical Care Medicine, Foothills Medical Centre, 1403 29 Street NW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

The American Surgeon
|September 28, 2011
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Open abdominal decompression (OAD) is a life-saving treatment for intra-abdominal hypertension (IAH) and abdominal compartment syndrome (ACS). Nonoperative and minimally invasive strategies are increasingly effective, reducing the need for OAD, especially in secondary ACS.

More Related Videos

A Case Series of Successful Abdominal Closure Utilizing a Novel Technique Combining a Mechanical Closure System with a Biologic Xenograft that Accelerates Wound Healing
20:33

A Case Series of Successful Abdominal Closure Utilizing a Novel Technique Combining a Mechanical Closure System with a Biologic Xenograft that Accelerates Wound Healing

Published on: July 4, 2019

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: May 29, 2026

A Suture Technique for Ruptured Annulus Fibrosus Following Decompression Under Percutaneous Transforaminal Endoscopic Discectomy
03:24

A Suture Technique for Ruptured Annulus Fibrosus Following Decompression Under Percutaneous Transforaminal Endoscopic Discectomy

Published on: January 26, 2024

A Case Series of Successful Abdominal Closure Utilizing a Novel Technique Combining a Mechanical Closure System with a Biologic Xenograft that Accelerates Wound Healing
20:33

A Case Series of Successful Abdominal Closure Utilizing a Novel Technique Combining a Mechanical Closure System with a Biologic Xenograft that Accelerates Wound Healing

Published on: July 4, 2019

Area of Science:

  • Critical care medicine
  • Surgical critical care

Background:

  • Open abdominal decompression (OAD) is a critical intervention for intra-abdominal hypertension (IAH) and abdominal compartment syndrome (ACS).
  • Historically, OAD was considered the primary treatment for IAH/ACS.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the evolving treatment landscape for IAH/ACS.
  • To highlight the role of nonoperative and minimally invasive therapies.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of current treatment strategies for IAH/ACS.
  • Analysis of the efficacy of nonoperative management and minimally invasive techniques.

Main Results:

  • Comprehensive nonoperative medical management can decrease ACS progression and the need for OAD.
  • Minimally invasive therapies offer alternatives to OAD for selected patients.
  • These alternative therapies are most suitable for secondary IAH leading to ACS.

Conclusions:

  • Nonoperative and minimally invasive approaches are becoming primary strategies for IAH/ACS.
  • OAD remains a vital option but its application is becoming more selective.
  • Further research into optimizing these alternative therapies is warranted.