Small bite versus large bite stitching technique for midline laparotomy wound closure: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Mass closure with a continuous suture using large bite stitching technique has been widely accepted for midline laparotomy wound closures. However, emerging evidence suggests the use of small bite technique to reduce rates of incisional ventral hernia, surgical site infection (SSI) and burst abdomen...

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Main Authors: Erwin Yii, James Onggo, Ming Kon Yii
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2023-11-01
Series:Asian Journal of Surgery
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S101595842301285X