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The Pfannenstiel or so called “bikini cut”: Still effective more than 100 years after first description

Authors: K. Kisielinski, J. Conze, A. H. Murken, N. N. Lenzen, U. Klinge, V. Schumpelick

Published in: Hernia | Issue 3/2004

Abstract

The original Pfannenstiel incision is discussed including the technique, history, current indications, advantages, and disadvantages. Excellent cosmetic results, principles of less traumatic surgery, and a rare incisional hernia complication rate of about 0–2%, as well as long-time use characterise this access path to the pelvic organs first described by the German gynaecologist in 1900. Complications of nerve damage, however, should be recognised, especially when extending the incision too far laterally.

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Title: The Pfannenstiel or so called “bikini cut”: Still effective more than 100 years after first description
Authors: K. Kisielinski
J. Conze
A. H. Murken
N. N. Lenzen
U. Klinge
V. Schumpelick
Publication date: 01-08-2004
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: Hernia / Issue 3/2004
Print ISSN: 1265-4906
Electronic ISSN: 1248-9204
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10029-004-0210-0

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