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A Study of Using Botox to Decrease the Rate of Ventral Hernias Caused by Damage Control Laparotomy

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About this study

The purpose of this study is to compare the rate of developing a ventral hernia after a damage control laparotomy between patients who had Botox induced abdominal muscle paralysis and those that did not.

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria

  • Patients with temporary abdominal closure for trauma or emergency general surgery between 2011 and 2014

Exclusion Criteria

  • Age < 18
  • Prisoners
  • Pregnant Women
  • Declined research participation

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