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Halstead's principles are the basic principles of surgical technique regarding tissue handling, vascular occlusion etc. If followed, they improve soft tissue surgical success rate.

The principles

  • Strict asepsis during preparation and surgery.
  • Good haemostasis to improve conditions for the procedure and limit infection and deadspace.
  • Minimise tissue trauma.
  • Use good Surgical judgement ensuring elimination of deadspace and adequate removal of material.
  • Minimise surgery time through knowledge of anatomy and technique.
  • Correct use of instruments and materials used.
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