Cost-effective technique for fasciotomy sequential closure using sterile saline bags

•Fasciotomy closure is still a controversial topic, the selection between techniques will depend on surgical experience, surgeon's preference, and resources available.•Sequential closure with saline bags, in our experience, is an easy, secure and accessible option.•This technique may cut down o...

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Published inThe American journal of surgery Vol. 235; p. 115814
Main Authors Cabrera Vargas, Luis Felipe, Garavis Montagut, Isabella, Ayala Velandia, Ana Gabriela
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States Elsevier Inc 01.09.2024
Elsevier Limited
Subjects
Approximation
Compartment syndrome
Conflicts of interest
Cost-Benefit Analysis
Fasciotomy - methods
Humans
Infections
Patients
Saline Solution
Trauma
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ISSN0002-9610
1879-1883
1879-1883
DOI10.1016/j.amjsurg.2024.115814

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Summary:•Fasciotomy closure is still a controversial topic, the selection between techniques will depend on surgical experience, surgeon's preference, and resources available.•Sequential closure with saline bags, in our experience, is an easy, secure and accessible option.•This technique may cut down off significantly on resources avoiding the need for new OR trips, infectious complications, and the use of other expensive resources such as the VAC system.
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ISSN:0002-9610
1879-1883
1879-1883
DOI:10.1016/j.amjsurg.2024.115814