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Gynecology & Obstetrics

Gynecology & Obstetrics
Open Access

ISSN: 2161-0932

Abstract

Prevention of Adhesions in Gynecological Surgery: The 2016 Experts Recommendations on Adhesion Prophylaxis

De Wilde RL, Alvarez J, Brölmann H, Campo R, Cheong Y, Sardo ADS, Koninckx P, Lundorff P, Pawelczyk L, Roman H, Torres-de-la-Roche LA and Wallwiener M

Post-operative adhesions are frequent sequela of abdominal and gynaecological surgery. They are associated with a high level of morbidity. This “field guideline” was written by a panel of European experts (anti-adhesions in gynecology expert group (ANGEL) and the European Society of Gynaecological Endoscopy (ESGE), adhesion research special interest group. It aims to provide surgeons with a quick reference guide to adhesion prevention adapted to the conditions of their daily practice.

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