Hernia : the journal of hernias and abdominal wall surgery
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To systematically review the available literature regarding methods for abdominal wall expansion and compare the outcome of primary fascial closure rates. ⋯ PPP, tissue expanders and Botulinum toxin are safe and feasible methods for abdominal wall expansion prior to incisional hernia repair. In combination with existing techniques for repair, these methods may help provide the crucial extra tissue mobility required to achieve primary closure.
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To systematically review the available literature regarding methods for abdominal wall expansion and compare the outcome of primary fascial closure rates. ⋯ PPP, tissue expanders and Botulinum toxin are safe and feasible methods for abdominal wall expansion prior to incisional hernia repair. In combination with existing techniques for repair, these methods may help provide the crucial extra tissue mobility required to achieve primary closure.