Abdominal binders versus semi-rigid corsets after open ventral hernia repair: early postoperative tolerance and patient preference in a randomized cross-over study - Takeaways - MDSpire

Abdominal binders versus semi-rigid corsets after open ventral hernia repair: early postoperative tolerance and patient preference in a randomized cross-over study

  • By

  • Kryspin Mitura

  • Małgorzata Pajer

  • Laura Kacprzak

  • Piotr Niecikowski

  • Marta Wojcik

  • Lidia Mitura

  • Małgorzata Sawicka

  • Iwona Witowska

  • Krystian Kisielewski

  • June 23, 2026

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    The study compared patient-reported outcomes between elastic abdominal binders and semi-rigid corsets after open ventral hernia repair.

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    Twenty-three patients completed assessments, providing paired data for health state and functional outcomes.

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    Median VAS scores were 70 for the elastic binder and 80 for the semi-rigid corset, with no significant difference between the two.

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    Both devices were evaluated for comfort and support during postoperative recovery, focusing on patient tolerance.

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    The study aimed to inform postoperative recommendations regarding abdominal support devices based on patient preferences.

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Abdominal binders versus semi-rigid corsets after open ventral hernia repair: early postoperative tolerance and patient preference in a randomized cross-over study

  • by Kryspin Mitura, Małgorzata Pajer, Laura Kacprzak, Piotr Niecikowski, Marta Wojcik, Lidia Mitura, Małgorzata Sawicka, Iwona Witowska, Krystian Kisielewski

  • June 23, 2026

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