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Balloon tamponade for liver injuries: case report
S V Thomas1, S A Dulchavsky, L N Diebel
1Department of Surgery, Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, Michigan.
The Journal of Trauma
|March 1, 1993
Summary
Foley catheter balloon tamponade offers a novel approach for controlling severe liver bleeding when other methods fail. This technique provides a minimally invasive option for managing refractory hepatic hemorrhage.
Area of Science:
- Surgical Innovation
- Hepatobiliary Surgery
- Trauma Management
Background:
- Refractory liver bleeding poses significant management challenges.
- Existing tamponade devices are occasionally indicated for hepatic hemorrhage control.
- Severe liver injury can lead to life-threatening bleeding.