Trauma & Emergency Surgery
Types of Trauma & Emergency Surgical Procedures We Specialise In:
Management of abdominal injuries
For most abdominal trauma cases, the aim is to open up and reach the abdominal region with ease. However, recently, there’s been much emphasis placed on non-operative treatment or minimally invasive surgery, particularly for those in a stable condition. Your surgeon, a highly trained professional, carefully assesses the need for surgery based on the type and extent of your injury, ensuring you are in good hands.
Splenectomy
Splenectomy refers to the surgical resection of the spleen, an organ responsible for cleansing the blood. It plays a significant role in the functioning of the immune system. Apart from filtering the blood, the spleen is responsible for the production of blood cells that fight against infection.
Splenectomy is commonly done for a ruptured spleen, which may be due to an abdominal injury. The procedure can be done minimally invasively using a small camera and tiny surgical instruments. It may also be carried out for an enlarged spleen, an infection or a blood disorder.
Control of bleeding
During surgery, surgeons work collaboratively and employ a wide range of surgical techniques to stop bleeding. They may use tourniquets, topical agents, drains, and pharmaceutical agents to control bleeding from the injury, providing a comprehensive approach depending on the type and extent of the injury. In severe circumstances, surgeons use drastic measures such as blood transfusions.
Damage-control laparotomy
Laparotomy, a versatile procedure involving the creation of an incision over the abdominal area, is a key tool in diagnosing and treating a range of abdominal conditions. Its benefits extend to cases of abdominal pain, internal bleeding, or bowel perforation.
Laparotomy, a life-saving intervention, determines the degree of damage of the traumatic injury. This comprehensive assessment is the foundation for a thorough and effective treatment plan.