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| name = Seroma | |||
| image = [[File:Serom_Ear.jpg|left|thumb|A seroma in the ear]] | |||
| caption = A seroma in the ear | |||
| field = [[Surgery]] | |||
| symptoms = Swelling, fluid accumulation | |||
| complications = Infection, delayed healing | |||
| onset = Post-surgical or post-traumatic | |||
| duration = Weeks to months | |||
| causes = [[Surgery]], [[trauma]] | |||
| risks = Large surgical areas, excessive movement | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[ultrasound]] | |||
| differential = [[Hematoma]], [[abscess]] | |||
| prevention = Proper surgical technique, compression dressings | |||
| treatment = Aspiration, drainage, compression | |||
| medication = [[Antibiotics]] if infected | |||
| prognosis = Generally good with treatment | |||
| frequency = Common post-surgical complication | |||
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A '''[[Seroma]]''' is a pocket of clear serous fluid that sometimes develops in the body after surgery. This fluid is composed of [[blood plasma]] that has seeped out of ruptured small blood vessels and inflammatory fluid produced by the injured and dying cells. | A '''[[Seroma]]''' is a pocket of clear serous fluid that sometimes develops in the body after surgery. This fluid is composed of [[blood plasma]] that has seeped out of ruptured small blood vessels and inflammatory fluid produced by the injured and dying cells. | ||
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== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Seromas are caused by damage to the [[lymphatic system]] during surgery or injury. This damage leads to a leakage of serous fluid, which accumulates in a pocket under the skin. Seromas can also form after a significant injury that results in a large amount of tissue damage. | Seromas are caused by damage to the [[lymphatic system]] during surgery or injury. This damage leads to a leakage of serous fluid, which accumulates in a pocket under the skin. Seromas can also form after a significant injury that results in a large amount of tissue damage. | ||
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== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The most common symptom of a seroma is a noticeable swelling under the skin. This swelling may feel spongy or firm to the touch. Other symptoms can include pain, tenderness, or a limited range of motion in the area of the seroma. | The most common symptom of a seroma is a noticeable swelling under the skin. This swelling may feel spongy or firm to the touch. Other symptoms can include pain, tenderness, or a limited range of motion in the area of the seroma. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for a seroma may include [[drainage]], [[compression]], and [[antibiotics]] if infection is present. In some cases, a seroma may need to be drained more than once. If a seroma does not resolve on its own or with treatment, surgical intervention may be necessary. | Treatment for a seroma may include [[drainage]], [[compression]], and [[antibiotics]] if infection is present. In some cases, a seroma may need to be drained more than once. If a seroma does not resolve on its own or with treatment, surgical intervention may be necessary. | ||
== Prevention == | == Prevention == | ||
Prevention of seromas primarily involves careful surgical techniques to minimize damage to the lymphatic system. This can include the use of [[electrocautery]] to seal blood vessels and prevent leakage of serous fluid. | Prevention of seromas primarily involves careful surgical techniques to minimize damage to the lymphatic system. This can include the use of [[electrocautery]] to seal blood vessels and prevent leakage of serous fluid. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Hematoma]] | * [[Hematoma]] | ||
* [[Lymphatic system]] | * [[Lymphatic system]] | ||
* [[Surgery]] | * [[Surgery]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Surgery]] | [[Category:Surgery]] | ||
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| Seroma | |
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Swelling, fluid accumulation |
| Complications | Infection, delayed healing |
| Onset | Post-surgical or post-traumatic |
| Duration | Weeks to months |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Surgery, trauma |
| Risks | Large surgical areas, excessive movement |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, ultrasound |
| Differential diagnosis | Hematoma, abscess |
| Prevention | Proper surgical technique, compression dressings |
| Treatment | Aspiration, drainage, compression |
| Medication | Antibiotics if infected |
| Prognosis | Generally good with treatment |
| Frequency | Common post-surgical complication |
| Deaths | N/A |
A Seroma is a pocket of clear serous fluid that sometimes develops in the body after surgery. This fluid is composed of blood plasma that has seeped out of ruptured small blood vessels and inflammatory fluid produced by the injured and dying cells.
Causes
Seromas are caused by damage to the lymphatic system during surgery or injury. This damage leads to a leakage of serous fluid, which accumulates in a pocket under the skin. Seromas can also form after a significant injury that results in a large amount of tissue damage.
Symptoms
The most common symptom of a seroma is a noticeable swelling under the skin. This swelling may feel spongy or firm to the touch. Other symptoms can include pain, tenderness, or a limited range of motion in the area of the seroma.
Treatment
Treatment for a seroma may include drainage, compression, and antibiotics if infection is present. In some cases, a seroma may need to be drained more than once. If a seroma does not resolve on its own or with treatment, surgical intervention may be necessary.
Prevention
Prevention of seromas primarily involves careful surgical techniques to minimize damage to the lymphatic system. This can include the use of electrocautery to seal blood vessels and prevent leakage of serous fluid.
See also
References
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