Midline abdominal wound closure with the Smead-Jones technique was reviewed on an oncology service. No dehiscences were recorded for 747 patients. This result was compared with a lower-risk ...

The aim of this study was to determine the current practice of surgeons in terms of access to and closure of the abdominal cavity in elective open surgery. Methods: Twelve surgical departments of ...

First wash off the foot, hand or other punctured skin with soap and water. Then soak the puncture wound in warm soapy water for 15 minutes. For any dirt or debris, gently scrub the wound surface back ...

Moderate pain that keeps from some normal activities Mild pain that comes and goes (cramps), but lasts more than 24 hours Fever is present Bladder infection (UTI) suspected (passing urine hurts, new ...

The Rome diagnostic criteria for the functional bowel disorders and functional abdominal pain are used widely in research and practice. A committee consensus approach, including criticism from ...