Ahmed Albani, Azam Yusuf, Maryam Al Ali, Taher Helmy, Raed Naji, Hessa Abbas.
Abdominal decompression with Bogota bag in a trauma patient: a case report.
Pak J Surg Jan ;38(1):48-53.

Abdominal Compartment Syndrome (ACS) is a feared complication that can lead to severe consequences like organ failure, can ultimately be fatal if not managed appropriately. The objective of this case report is to highlight a successful preventative measure used to avoid such complications. A 21-year-old patient severely injured in an industrial accident sustained multiple serious and possibly fatal injuries. The most severe was a large wound across the abdomen, exposing the peritoneum and viscera. A life saving damage control surgery was performed through midline Exploratory Laparotomy to achieve hemostasis of major liver trauma with perihepatic packing. Temporary closure with Bogota bag was done to prevent intra-abdominal compartment syndrome and remove the packs in the second look operation. Proper techniques are very crucial in the management of abdominal compartment syndrome. Therefore, temporary abdominal closure with the use of a Bogota bag is a relatively safe and effective way of managing such a serious case.

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