Complications of Soft tissue surgery
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Which one of these signs may indicate a wound infection in animals after surgery?

  • Vomiting and diarrhea (correct)
  • Pain upon palpation
  • Increased heart rate
  • Abdominal distension

    • What are the possible complications that an animal may develop 72 to 96 hours after surgery?

  • Abdominal distension and pain
  • Vomiting and diarrhea
  • Wound infection, peritonitis, and uroabdomen (correct)
  • Increased heart rate and respiratory rate

    • What is the purpose of reserving some instruments during surgery?

  • To prevent contamination
  • To use them in the closure of the abdomen (correct)
  • To ensure they are not lost
  • To reduce surgical time

    • What diagnostic tests may be done if an animal shows signs of postoperative complications?

    <p>Radiography and abdominal ultrasound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the presence of gas density in the dorsal region of the abdomen indicate in the X-ray?

    <p>pneumoperitoneum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer is important when closing the linea alba?

    <p>External rectal sheath</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the preferred suture pattern for closing the linea alba?

    <p>Continuous suture pattern</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of suture material is commonly used for linea alba repair?

    <p>Polyglyconate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What signs may be observed if the linea alba repair breaks down?

    <p>Abdominal contents spilling out through the wound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important take-home message when performing linea alba repair?

    <p>Undertake a methodical exploration of the abdomen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common indication for performing abdominal centesis?

    <p>To confirm the presence of free peritoneal fluid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a serosanguineous tap?

    <p>A tap that contains blood within the fluid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended approach for managing enterotomy dehiscence?

    <p>Removing the site</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of peritoneal lavage?

    <p>To dilute contamination in the abdomen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is uroabdomen?

    <p>Leakage of urine into the peritoneal space</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true about the healing process after soft tissue surgery?

    <p>The bladder heals in around 14 days post suturing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the lag phase of healing?

    <p>The phase where the fibrin seal is broken down by macrophages.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of sutures in the healing process?

    <p>To provide support and strength to the wound.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What checks should be undertaken at the end of an operation to minimize complications?

    <p>Check the repair that was made.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can cause breakdown (dehiscence) of the sutures after soft tissue surgery?

    <p>Poor sutures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer is important for closing the linea alba during surgery?

    <p>External rectal sheath</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended suture material for linea alba repair?

    <p>Polydioxanone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What size of suture is commonly used for linea alba repair in dogs?

    <p>2/0</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What signs may be observed if the linea alba repair breaks down?

    <p>Abdominal contents spilling out through the wound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important take-home message when performing linea alba repair?

    <p>Undertake a methodical exploration of the abdomen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer is important to check at the end of a soft tissue surgery to minimize complications?

    <p>Linea alba layer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does the breakdown (dehiscence) of sutures most likely occur after soft tissue surgery?

    <p>During the first 72 to 96 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main factor that keeps the wound together during the lag phase of healing?

    <p>Suture material</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate healing time for the bowel after suturing in soft tissue surgery?

    <p>14 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended action if there is active bleeding at the end of a soft tissue surgery?

    <p>Suture the bleeding area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of abdominal centesis in cases of peritonitis?

    <p>To remove free peritoneal fluid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a serosanguineous tap?

    <p>A tap performed to assess the degree of blood within the fluid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended approach for managing enterotomy dehiscence?

    <p>Repair the site and perform an anastomosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of peritoneal lavage?

    <p>To dilute the contamination in the abdomen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is uroabdomen?

    <p>Leakage of urine into the peritoneal cavity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following signs may indicate that an animal's wound has broken down after surgery?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the possible complications that an animal may develop 72 to 96 hours after surgery?

    <p>Wound infection, peritonitis, and uroabdomen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of performing radiography and abdominal ultrasound in cases of suspected complications after surgery?

    <p>To check for the presence of peritoneal fluid and gas density in the abdomen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What signs may be observed if the linea alba repair breaks down?

    <p>Redness and bruising of the abdominal wall</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if an animal shows signs of postoperative complications?

    <p>Both A and B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common complication of soft tissue surgery?

    <p>Delayed healing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase of healing is the fibrin seal broken down by macrophages?

    <p>Lag phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate healing time for the bowel after suturing in soft tissue surgery?

    <p>14 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be checked at the end of an operation to minimize complications?

    <p>Repair</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main factor that keeps the wound together during the lag phase of healing?

    <p>Suture material</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which imaging technique can confirm the presence of free peritoneal fluid?

    <p>Ultrasound scan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common finding in the fluid obtained through abdominocentesis in cases of peritonitis?

    <p>Blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended treatment for enterotomy dehiscence?

    <p>Remove the site</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of peritoneal lavage?

    <p>To remove contamination from the abdomen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is uroabdomen?

    <p>Leakage of urine into the peritoneal space</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following signs may indicate a wound infection in animals after surgery?

    <p>Dullness, lethargy, and anorexia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of reserving some instruments during surgery?

    <p>To use them in the closure of the abdomen at the end of the operation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended approach for managing enterotomy dehiscence?

    <p>Perform enterotomy dehiscence repair surgery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer is important when closing the linea alba?

    <p>Muscle layer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of abdominal centesis in cases of peritonitis?

    <p>To obtain a sample of peritoneal fluid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer is important when closing the linea alba during surgery?

    <p>External rectal sheath</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of suture material is commonly used for linea alba repair?

    <p>Polydioxanone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What size of suture is commonly used for linea alba repair in dogs?

    <p>0</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What signs may be observed if the linea alba repair breaks down?

    <p>Abdominal contents spilling out through the wound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important take-home message when performing linea alba repair?

    <p>Regularly check your work</p> Signup and view all the answers

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