1- Principles of surgery Flashcards
1
Q
List Halstead principles
A
Gentle tissue handling
Strict asepsis
Haemostasis
Preservation of the blood supply
No tension on tissues
Good approximation of tissues
Obliteration of dead space
2
Q
Why is it important to recognise relevant anatomy in surgery
A
Allows us to know which tissue we can/can’t cut
Important not to cut vital structures = nerves
3
Q
Why is it important to handle tissues gently?
A
Rough handling can cause excessive inflammation, bleeding = which delays healing & an increased risk of infection
