Midline Laparotomy

Midline laparotomy is an open surgical approach in which an incision through the abdominal midline provides direct access to the peritoneal cavity. Surgeons divide the skin and abdominal wall along the linea alba, separate or open the peritoneum, and may extend the incision according to the operative field required. This approach supports abdominal exploration, treatment of traumatic or acute conditions, and procedures involving multiple intra-abdominal organs when rapid, broad access is necessary. Its advantages include versatility and efficient entry, while careful closure of the abdominal wall is essential to promote healing and reduce complications such as wound infection or incisional hernia.

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5/6 Nephrectomy Using Sharp Bipolectomy Via Midline Laparotomy in Rats

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2025

This manuscript introduces a standardized protocol for a 5/6 nephrectomy by sharp bipolectomy via midline laparotomy in a rat model, aiming to induce a state of renal insufficiency via renal parenchyma reduction with a great degree of methodical precision and low risk of technical error.

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Controlled Reversible Visceral Arterial Ischemia, Venous Congestion and Combined Malperfusion via Midline Laparotomy in Rats

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2024

This article introduces a standardized procedure for controlled, reversible malperfusion of visceral organs in rat models. The aim is to induce these malperfusion states with a high degree of methodological certainty and control while maintaining technical simplicity and error resilience.

Embryo Transfer Surgery via Laparotomy in Gilts

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2024

This protocol describes the application of the surgical technique used to transfer cloned pig embryos via laparotomy in gilts.

Automated Midline Shift and Intracranial Pressure Estimation based on Brain CT Images

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2013

An automated midline shift estimation and intracranial pressure (ICP) pre-screening system based on computed tomography (CT) images for patients with traumatic brain injury (TBI) is proposed using image processing and machine learning techniques.

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Assessment of Midline Lingual Point-Pressure Somatosensation Using Von Frey Hair Monofilaments

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2020

This work describes a standard method to assess tactile sensation at the midline of the tongue tip. Using Von Frey Hair (VFH) monofilaments, this protocol provides estimates of detection and discrimination threshold estimates for oral point pressure (OPP).

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