Laparotomy Surgical Packs146

Laparotomy Surgical Packs

Specifications:

A Laparotomy Surgical Pack is a sterile, pre-packaged set of supplies used during a laparotomy, a surgical procedure involving an incision into the abdominal cavity. These packs contain essential items like drapes, gowns, towels, and various instruments to maintain a sterile field and facilitate the surgery. 

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

Purpose:

Maintain Sterility:

The primary purpose is to create and maintain a sterile environment during the surgical procedure, minimizing the risk of infection.

Efficiency:

Pre-packaged packs streamline the surgical setup, saving time and reducing the chance of forgetting essential items.

Convenience:

They provide a complete set of necessary supplies in one convenient package, ensuring everything is readily available to the surgical team. 

Components:

While specific contents can vary between packs and manufacturers, a typical laparotomy pack includes: 

Drapes: A large laparotomy drape with a fenestration (opening) to isolate the surgical site, along with smaller utility drapes.

Gowns: Sterile gowns for the surgical team.

Towels: Hand towels for drying hands and prepping the surgical site.

Suture Bag: A bag for holding sutures.

Instrument Pad: A pad to organize and protect instruments on the Mayo stand.

Other: May also include items like Mayo stand covers, back table covers, and adhesive tape.