Evaluation of functional outcomes following rectus diastasis repair-an up-to-date literature review.

Anders OlssonO KiwanukaG SandblomO Stackelberg

Published in: Hernia : the journal of hernias and abdominal wall surgery (2021)

The results of this review show that surgical repair of rectus diastasis is a safe and effective treatment that improves functional disability. However, the absence of standardized instruments for assessing outcome makes it impossible to compare studies. Since indications for surgery are relative and related to core function, valid instruments for assessing indication and outcome are needed to ensure benefit of the procedure.

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