Bmc Surg
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Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter Study Comparative Study
Current practice of abdominal wall closure in elective surgery - Is there any consensus?
Development of incisional hernia after open abdominal surgery remains a major cause of post-operative morbidity. The aim of this study was to determine the current practice of surgeons in terms of access to and closure of the abdominal cavity in elective open surgery. ⋯ In the present evaluation midline incision was the most frequently applied access in elective open abdominal surgery. None of the treatments for abdominal wall closure (except skin closure in the midline group) is performed on a consensus level.