Clinical Trial: Study of Primary Fascial Closure Rate in Patients With Open Abdomen Treated With Abthera Versus Barker Technique

Study Status: Not yet recruiting
Recruit Status: Not yet recruiting
Study Type: Interventional




Official Title: Study of Primary Fascial Closure Rate in Patients With Open Abdomen Treated With Abthera Versus Barker Technique

Brief Summary: This study is being done to compare two different Temporary Abdominal Closure methods that could be used in cases like yours. The methods being compared are the Barker's vacuum packing technique (BVPT) and the Open Abdomen Negative Pressure Therapy System (ABThera).