How to do mesh‐mediated fascial traction for delayed primary closure of the open abdomen.

It has been shown to decrease the thickness and increase the length of abdominal wall muscles.[23] The technique of BTA injection requires a sterile abdomen and ultrasound (US) guidance. 19 Petersson P, Petersson U. Dynamic fascial closure with vacuum-assisted wound closure and mesh-mediated fascial traction (VAWCM) treatment of the open abdomen - an updated systematic review. How to do mesh-mediated fascial traction for delayed primary closure of the open abdomen The open abdomen can be a life-saving resuscitative manoeuvre in patients with catastrophic abdominal pathologies, however, can lead to the need for delayed primary closure. [Extracted from the article]