Challenges of complex open abdominal wound management in Trauma: A novel use of chitosan and hyaluronic acid as 3d-scaffolds to overcome resilient open abdomen infections

The open abdomen is a relatively new and increasingly common strategy for the management of abdominal emergencies in both trauma and general surgery. The open abdomen can reduce mortality associated with conditions such as abdominal compartment syndrome, bowel perforation and internal organ laceration. However, the resulting open abdomen is a complex clinical problem.1,2 Advanced techniques and improved technologies are now readily available, allowing management of the open abdomen as well as the progressive reduction of the resulting abdominal and underlying fascial defect.
Source: Journal of the American College of Certified Wound Specialists - Category: Dermatology Authors: Source Type: research