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Damage Control Resuscitation and ICU Management of Laparostomies

A review

The lecture duration is 25min.

0.5 CPD Points, 0.5 CEUs, 0.5 CME credits approval pending.
Accredited by CPDUK, CBRN and Provider Pending.

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Barbara Haas
Assistant Professor and Scientist, Department of Surgery, University of Toronto
Lecture Summary

Damage control laparotomy and resuscitation represent important approaches in the management of trauma patients with severe abdominal injuries. The intensivist plays a critical role in the damage control process by leading the resuscitation of the critically ill patient prior to their definitive surgery. This talk reviews: the principles of damage control surgery and resuscitation, practical aspects of managing an open abdomen in the intensive care unit and complications related to the open abdomen.

Target Audience

Critical Care Doctors
Critical Care Nurses

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this activity, you should be able to:

  • Describe the principles of damage control surgery and resuscitation
  • Appreciate the management of the open abdomen from the perspective of the intensivist
  • Understand the complications related to damage control surgery and the open abdomen

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