Laparoscopic plication of the linea alba as a repair for diastasis recti – a mesh free approach

Diastasis recti is a common occurrence in multiparous women (1), caused by repeated stretching of the abdominal wall by the gravid uterus. A small proportion of patients have a persisting weakness which may be symptomatic and present to the surgeon. We would like to present a case which, thus far,...

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Main Authors: A.H Siddiky, C.R Kapadia
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Oxford University Press 2010-07-01
Series:Journal of Surgical Case Reports
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Online Access:http://jscr.co.uk/2010/07/upper-gi-surgery/laparoscopic-plication-of-the-linea-alba-as-a-repair-for-diastasis-recti-–-a-mesh-free-approach/