A new technique in the evaluation of strangulated and incarcerated hernias: Near-infrared spectroscopy.

CONCLUSION: In conclusion, in the light of the findings of this study, although not capable of differentiating incarceration from strangulation, NIRS appears to be a good method for showing impaired intestinal oxygenation. NIRS can be used to support ultrasonography findings in irreducible hernias. Therefore, this technique could be used in the future to evaluate and monitor intestinal oxygenation in the Emergency Department. PMID: 32185771 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Turkish Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery : TJTES - Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Tags: Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg Source Type: research