Abdominal Incisions in Gynaecologic Oncological Surgery
Overview The success of a gynaecologic procedure performed through an abdominal incision depends on careful selection of the incision site and proper closure of the wound. The surgeon needs to…
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In the OR, the stakes are high for perioperative nurses, physicians and others who work as a cohesive team for optimal results. The future holds much of the same —…
Everything You Need to Know About Surgical Sutures
Overview Sutures are used by your doctor to close wounds to your skin or other tissues. When your doctor sutures a wound, they’ll use a needle attached to a length…
Cemented vs. Cementless Alternatives in Joint Replacement
By Vivek Sood, MD If a patient suffering from chronic joint pain due to arthritis opts to have a joint replacement surgery, the orthopedic surgeon will replace the existing joint…