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Last Update: 08/30/2023 12:42 AM
Current Deck: ACMS Study Guide Deck::C. Peri-operative Considerations
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treatment for early hematoma?
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▪ Partial or complete opening of surgical wound followed by
hemostasis (electrosurgery/suture ligation)
▪ Wound irrigation/lavage with sodium chloride may be needed.
▪ Reclosure or second intent healing as indicated
▪ Consider antibiotics to prevent SSI
▪ Expanding hematomas should be opened and evacuated
hemostasis (electrosurgery/suture ligation)
▪ Wound irrigation/lavage with sodium chloride may be needed.
▪ Reclosure or second intent healing as indicated
▪ Consider antibiotics to prevent SSI
▪ Expanding hematomas should be opened and evacuated
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