Correction Notice: Open Access Update for Dural Closure Integrity Study

Overview

This notice corrects the publication status of the article evaluating dural closure integrity with autologous platelet-rich fibrin augmentation. The article is now Open Access under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.

Background

The original study investigated the integrity of dural closure following augmentation with autologous platelet-rich fibrin in an in vitro setting. Dural closure integrity is critical in neurosurgical procedures to prevent cerebrospinal fluid leaks and associated complications. The study was initially published without Open Access, limiting accessibility to the findings. This correction updates the article's copyright and distribution terms to enhance dissemination.

Data Highlights

No new numerical data are presented in this correction notice.

Key Findings

• The original article evaluated dural closure integrity after augmentation with autologous platelet-rich fibrin.
• The article was initially published without Open Access.
• The authors opted for Open Choice post-publication to make the article Open Access.
• The copyright changed to © The Author(s) 2020 under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
• The article can now be freely used, shared, adapted, and distributed with appropriate credit.

Clinical Implications

Clinicians and researchers now have unrestricted access to the study's findings on dural closure augmentation techniques, facilitating broader dissemination and potential application in neurosurgical practice. This accessibility supports evidence-based improvements in surgical outcomes related to dural repair.

Conclusion

This correction ensures the original study on dural closure integrity with platelet-rich fibrin augmentation is openly accessible, promoting wider clinical and research engagement.

References

1. Vasilikos et al. 2020 -- Integrity of dural closure after autologous platelet rich fibrin augmentation: an in vitro study