Use of Botulinum Toxin Type A Before Abdominal Wall Hernia Reconstruction
Published online: 22 September 2009 © Société Internationale de Chirurgie 2009 Abstract Background Abdominal wall hernia repair after open abdomen management represents a surgical challenge, particularly due to muscle tension and lateral retraction. This study was designed to propose the use of Botulinum Toxin Type A (BTA) before abdominal wall hernia repair. Methods A prospective