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Originally Posted by tcar

PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE... tell us that's a typo!

Not always...extreme circumstances require extreme measures.

Temporary abdominal closure using an i.v. bag silo for severe trauma.
Fox VJ, Miller J, Nix AM.
Source
Trauma Service, Trinity Mother Frances Health System, Tyler, Tex., USA.
Abstract
Patients with severe abdominal trauma injuries can have improved outcomes if a priority-oriented approach is taken to surgical intervention. This includes temporary abdominal closure and planned reoperation to complete complex, lengthy procedures when the patient is stabilized. Temporary abdominal closure can be achieved safely and cost-effectively by using a presterilized 3-liter cystoscopy fluid i.v. bag. This article discusses the rationale for temporary abdominal closure and planned reoperation, physiologic considerations in abdominal compartment syndrome (ACS), abdominal injuries or conditions leading to ACS, and manifestations of ACS. It compares and contrasts various materials used for temporary abdominal closure, illustrates bag preparation and silo application and removal, and analyzes complex intraoperative and postoperative nursing activities.

PMID: 11957450 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]