Breakage of suture material leading to fascial dehiscence

Background: Fascial dehiscence is a feared complication associated with abdominal surgery. This case evaluates a case of dehiscence caused by breakage of the fascial stitch. Case: A 60-year-old woman (G2P1011) underwent abdominal myomectomy. During the closure of the fascia, a single knot within the...

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Main Authors: Paul Brezina, Elizabeth O. Purcell, Jennifer A. Ducie, Brad B. Swelstad, Melissa M. Yates, Mindy S. Christianson, Lisa A. Kolp
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2011-03-01
Series:Middle East Fertility Society Journal
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1110569010001780