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Characteristics of the repair techniques included in this study
| Repair technique | Number (%) | Incidental/Intentional |
|---|---|---|
| Primary closure (suturing and/or clipping) | 102 (13.1) | 102/0 |
| Sealant | 77 (9.9) | 77/0 |
| Primary closure + Sealant | 131 (16.9) | 108/23 |
| Patch or graft | 115 (14.8) | 115/0 |
| Primary closure + Patch or graft | 128 (16.5) | 93/35 |
| Patch or graft + Sealant | 47 (6.1) | 47/0 |
| Primary closure + Patch or graft + Sealant | 176 (22.7) | 86/90 |
| Total | 776 | 628/148 |
