1. Haemostasis (immediate): In response to exposed collagen, platelets aggregate at the wound and degranulate, releasing inflammatory mediators. Clotting and complement cascades activated. Thrombus formation and reactive…
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Common mistakes in Per Abdominal examination
1. Forgetting to Expose abdomen adequately: Before examination, patient should ideally be exposed from the nipples to mid thigh. Failure to do so may lead…
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Adjuncts to Primary Survey PEA COVER Pulse oximetry EtCO2 ABG Catheter (NG tube and Urethral) Output (urinary) Vital signs ECG Radiographs (Chest Xray and Pelvic…
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Most patients have only one operation in their lives and to them, it is of great concern and a Solemn Occasion, though it is just…
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General principles and classification of open fractures have been discussed earlier. The Gustillo-Anderson classification commonly used for the long bone fractures might not be suitable…
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Hernia is classically defined as a protrusion of the contents of a cavity through its walls. It is a condition which occurs not only in…
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Groin is the area between abdomen and the upper thigh on either sides of pubic symphysis. Protrusions of the abdominal contents through the weak areas…
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Synonym: Goodsall-Salmon’s law In anal fistula, goodsall’s rule predicts the type of track and location of internal opening. An anterior external opening is more likely…
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