Abstract

1. Abstract
Open abdomen (OA) management is a surgical modality of intentionally leaving the abdominal wall edges un-approximated. It has been indicated in multiple medical and surgical conditions like trauma management, intra-abdominal sepsis and vascular emergencies. The target of leaving the abdomen open is to reduce morbidity and mortality by reducing the risk of intra-abdominal hypertension. After the patient has been resuscitated and the initial management has been performed in order to stabilize the patient, further plans and surgical procedures are performed.