Halsted's principles, also known as Tenets of Halsted, are the basic principles of surgical technique regarding tissue handling.
These key points were introduced in the late 19th century by William Stewart Halsted, co-founder of Johns Hopkins Hospital.
- Gentle handling of tissue
- Meticulous haemostasis
- Preservation of blood supply
- Strict aseptic technique
- Minimum tension on tissues
- Accurate tissue apposition
- Obliteration of deadspace
References
- Hunt, Geraldine B. (2012-01-01). "Principles of operative technique". BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Surgical Principles. BSAVA Library. pp. 264–276. doi:10.22233/9781905319756.21. ISBN 978-1-905319-75-6.
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- Hoad, Julian (2013-02-01). "Immediate postoperative recovery — Part 1". Veterinary Nursing Journal. 28 (2): 44–46. doi:10.1111/vnj.12009. ISSN 1741-5349. S2CID 81631499.
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