What size defect can you consider utilizing a mesh repair in for an umbilical hernia?
2 -3 cm
Read MoreWhat is a seton?
Thick suture; can be placed through a fistula tract to allow transection of the sphincter muscle
Read MoreWhy is lidocaine sometimes mixed with epinephrine for local anesthesia?
The reasoning behind this is to decrease bleeding at the surgical site and for more lidocaine to stay at the desired site due to the epinephrine causing vasospasm. However, some…
Read MoreWhat is the MOA of local anesthetics?
Inhibition of sodium ion influx
Read MoreWhat are the types of wound healing?
First intention: wound edges approximated Second intention: wound edges NOT approximated
Read MoreWhat is a Graham patch?
Omental patch used to cover duodenal perforation Typically utilized for holes ≤ 5 mm
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