Clinical Trials on Abdominal Dehiscence (Burst Abdomen) in Relation to Incision Used

摘要

Burst abdomen is the commonest complication followed by a vertical incision in upper abdomen. A serosanguineous discharge is the forerunner of disruption of abdominal wall. It is the most pathognomonic sign of impending wound disruption, and it signifies that the. intraperitoneal contents are lying extraperitoneally. Patients often gives the information that they 'felt something give way'. White (1934) reported that burst abdomen was commonest in vertical incision of abdomen. The study was undertaken to evaluate the type of incision that influences burst abdomen.