This module is a collection of e-learning lectures to support education around the surgical technique of open abdomen, focusing on the use of NPWT during the open phase.
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Pre-requisites
None
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What you will learn
- Understand about open abdomen + key terms/definitions
- Explain why it is important to aim for early fascial closure
- Describe the concept of temporary abdominal closure + why NPWT is the preferred option
- Recall clinical evidence + guidance relating to using NPWT as temporary abdominal closure
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Contributors
- Michael Sugrue, Ireland
- Stefan Acosta, Sweden
- Ray Dunn, United States of America
Accredited by the Royal College of Surgeons of England*
*This Smith+Nephew Medical Education eLearning content is accredited by the RCS (Royal College of Surgeons of England) as part of the centre accreditation. You will receive a certificate of attendance upon full completion of the module.
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Royal College of Surgeons of England (RCS Eng)
Royal College of Surgeons of England*
*This Smith+Nephew Medical Education eLearning content is accredited by the RCS (Royal College of Surgeons of England) as part of the centre accreditation. You will receive a certificate of attendance upon full completion of the module.
Management of open abdomen with NPWT