The Evolution of Damage Control Surgery

John Chovanes; Jeremy W. Cannon; Timothy C. Nunez

doi:10.1016/j.suc.2012.04.002

The Evolution of Damage Control Surgery

John Chovanes, Jeremy W. Cannon, Timothy C. Nunez^*

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Abstract

The philosophy of damage control surgery has developed tremendously over the past 10 years. It has expanded outside the original boundaries of the abdomen and has been applied to all aspects of trauma care, ranging from resuscitation to limb-threatening vascular injuries. In recent years, the US military has taken the concept to a new level by initiating a damage control approach at the point of injury and continuing it through a transcontinental health care system. This article highlights many recent advances in damage control surgery and discusses proper patient selection and the risks associated with this management strategy.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	859-875
Number of pages	17
Journal	Surgical Clinics of North America
Volume	92
Issue number	4
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.suc.2012.04.002
State	Published - Aug 2012
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

Abbreviated laparotomy
Combat surgery
Damage control surgery
Shunt
Temporary abdominal closure
Temporary chest closure

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