Journal of Surgical Innovation and Education

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Technique of Temporary Abdominal Closure Using Negative-Pressure Wound Therapy: Abdallah Alferdaus, Ye Rim Chang, Suk-Kyung Hong; J Surg Innov Educ. 2025;2(1):19-21. Published online June 19, 2025; DOI: https://doi.org/10.69474/jsie.2025.00010

Abstract PDF: Temporary abdominal closure (TAC) is an abridged technique used after damage control surgery when primary closure is unattainable or can place patients at risk of complications such as intra-abdominal hypertension. Several techniques have been described for TAC. The ideal method should prevent bowel evisceration, prevent abdominal wall retraction or loss of domain, allow removal of infected fluids, and facilitate early definitive closure. Herein, we present a case where negative-pressure wound therapy was used for TAC. We describe the technique’s steps, aiming to simplify the procedure for experienced surgeons.

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