Gastroent Res Pract
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Aim. The authors reviewed their experience in the management of open abdomen using the vacuum-assisted closure (VAC), in order to assess its morbidity, and the outcome of abdominal wall integrity. Methods. ⋯ The mean time for fascial closure was 21 (±12) days in the BB group, as opposed to 6 (±3) days in the VAC group (P < 0.001). Conclusion. The vacuum assisted closure (VAC) has a significantly faster rate of closure, requires less number of operations, and is associated with a lower complication rate.