Outcomes of Vacuum-Assisted and Conventional Wound Management in Pediatric Abdominal Surgery: A Retrospective Study from a Resource-Limited Setting
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This retrospective study compares vacuum-assisted closure (VAC) therapy with conventional wound management for complicated abdominal wounds in pediatric patients following laparotomy. The research addresses a critical gap in pediatric surgical evidence, particularly relevant for resource-limited healthcare settings managing complex cases including enterocutaneous fistulae and trauma.
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- VAC therapy shows promise for complex pediatric abdominal wounds but evidence in children remains limited compared to adult populations.
- Enterocutaneous fistulae, trauma, and re-exploration wounds pose significant management challenges in pediatric laparotomy cases.
- Resource-limited settings face particular barriers to implementing advanced wound management techniques like VAC therapy in children.
- Retrospective data on VAC versus conventional wound care outcomes can guide evidence-based practice in pediatric abdominal surgery.
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How to cite: GlobalCastMD. Outcomes of Vacuum-Assisted and Conventional Wound Management in Pediatric Abdominal Surgery: A Retrospective Study from a Resource-Limited Setting. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2025-07-30. https://dev.library.globalcastmd.com/article/10741?via_space=staycurrentmd
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