Halsted's principles

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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

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