[Prevention and therapy of dehiscent laparotomy wounds].

Dehiscence of laparotomic wounds is always unpleasant, starting with the resentment of the patient and the lack of confidence leading as far as complete negation of a favourable result of the operation. Due to lack of more suitable materials we elaborated ten years ago our own technique which we use nowadays for treatment but in particular for prevention. We feel that it could be a certain asset because it is simple and financially feasible.