[Closing soft tissue defects in surgery for open spina bifida].
Thórdís Magnadóttir1, Davide Impieri2, Radek Frič3
1Plastikkirurgisk avdeling, Sykehuset Østfold, Moss.
Summary
Direct closure is suitable for small myelomeningocele defects, while fasciocutaneous flaps are used for larger ones. Both methods carry risks of complications and reoperation, necessitating careful consideration in neonatal surgery.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Surgery
- Neonatal Care
- Reconstructive Surgery


