Browsing School of Medicine (Sch. of Med.) Collections by Subject "Laparotomy"
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Prevalence, incidence and outcomes of intra-abdominal hypertension in patients undergoing emergency laparotomy in Mulago Hospital
(Makerere University, 2015-07)Background: Intra-abdominal hypertension (IAH) is defined as a sustained elevation in intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) greater than or equal to 12mmHg. IAH has been shown to cause organ derangements and dysfunction in the ... -
Surgical Apgar score as a predictor of outcomes in patients undergoing Laparotomy at Mulago Hospital: prospective cohort study.
(Makerere University, 2021-12)Background: Postoperative complications and mortality following laparotomy has remained high worldwide. Early postoperative risk stratification is essential to improve outcomes and clinical care. The surgical Apgar score ...