title: Management of an open abdominal wound with a synthetic covering.
abstract: The insertion of Silastic sheeting provides an opportunity for improved survival of patients with severe abdominal trauma. This new treatment modality represents a challenge to nurses to expand their knowledge base.
authors.forename: P J
authors.initials: PJ
authors.lastname: Bolton
authors.forename: N P
authors.initials: NP
authors.lastname: Von Rotz
mesh_terms: D000007:Abdominal Injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D012826:Silicone Elastomers; D013526:Surgical Mesh; D014950:Wounds, Penetrating / Q000601:surgery*
chemical_list: D012826:Silicone Elastomers