About this educational activity

Management of open abdomen with NPWT

This module is a collection of e-learning lectures to support education around the serious surgical technique of open abdomen, focusing on the use of NPWT during the open phase.

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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