An abdominal support for a pediatric patent is described wherein the support includes an elongate strip of knit elastic material having an extended surface and a length sufficient to surround the torso of a pediatric patient in the region of the abdomen. Separable fastening means are provided to selectively and adjustably fasten the ends of the strip together to snugly fit the patient. A fabric sleeve is provided to receive the major portion of the length of the strip to functionally reside in use between the one surface of the strip and the patient at operational rates.
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