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Retained surgical sponge

I M Ibrahim1

  • 1Department of Surgery, Englewood Hospital and Medical Center, NJ 07631, USA.

Surgical Endoscopy
|June 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary
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Surgical foreign bodies are retained more often than thought, potentially causing serious complications. Early detection and laparoscopic removal are recommended for better patient outcomes.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical research
  • Surgical outcomes
  • Patient safety

Background:

  • Surgical foreign bodies are a recognized complication.
  • Retained surgical items can lead to significant morbidity.

Observation:

  • Approximately 50% of retained surgical foreign bodies become symptomatic.
  • Symptoms include erosion into the bowel or vessels, fistulae, abscesses, obstruction, bleeding, or chronic pain.

Findings:

  • Expeditious removal of surgical foreign bodies is recommended.
  • Laparoscopic retrieval is a feasible option, particularly for early-diagnosed cases.

Implications:

  • Prompt diagnosis and intervention can prevent severe complications.
  • Minimally invasive techniques like laparoscopy may improve surgical outcomes.