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First, a surgical mesh stripe is attached to each of the fascial edges. Sutures USP 1 and 2 are attached to the mesh for traction (a). Fasciotens Abdomen is assembled and placed on chest and anterior pelvic ring (b). Sutures are clamped in, and traction is adjusted with a screw mechanism (c). The applied overall traction is displayed on a scale and constantly controlled and adjustable (d). Image supplied by Fasciotens (all rights reserved).
