Comparative study of abdominal cavity temporary closure techniques for damage control
Rev. Col. Bras. Cir; 43 (5), 2016
ABSTRACT The damage control surgery, with emphasis on laparostomy, usually results in shrinkage of the aponeurosis and loss of the ability to close the abdominal wall, leading to the formation of ventral incisional hernias. Currently, various techniques offer greater chances of closing the abdominal cavi...