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Abdominal sepsis managed by leaving abdomen open.

J H Duff, J Moffat

    Surgery
    |October 1, 1981
    PubMed
    Summary

    Leaving the abdomen open for severe intra-abdominal sepsis allows wide drainage and debridement, improving outcomes. This approach is compatible with good recovery in critically ill patients.

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    Area of Science:

    • Surgical Innovation
    • Critical Care Medicine
    • Infectious Disease Management

    Background:

    • Intra-abdominal sepsis and necrotizing abdominal wall infections pose significant mortality risks.
    • Traditional management often relies on drainage and debridement, which can be challenging in severe cases.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the efficacy of leaving the abdomen completely open in managing severe intra-abdominal sepsis.
    • To assess the outcomes and feasibility of this open abdomen technique.

    Main Methods:

    • Eighteen critically ill patients with abdominal sepsis underwent open abdomen management.
    • Techniques included managing upper or lower abdominal incisions openly, with colostomy or ileostomy as needed.
    • Mechanical ventilation was required for respiratory failure in most patients.

    Main Results:

    • Seven deaths (39%) occurred, primarily due to persistent sepsis.
    • Survivors demonstrated granulation tissue sealing the abdominal cavity, with subsequent split-skin grafting or secondary closure.
    • The technique facilitated wide drainage and debridement, leading to acceptable outcomes in survivors.

    Conclusions:

    • Leaving the abdomen open is a viable strategy for severe intra-abdominal sepsis, enabling maximal drainage and debridement.
    • This approach is compatible with good recovery and acceptable long-term results in survivors.
    • It offers an advantage over closing abdominal walls of questionable viability in the presence of intraperitoneal sepsis.

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