Original Article

Experience with Wound Dehiscence in Patients Treated for Pelvic Malignancies

Authors: JAMES W. DALY, Maj. USAF MC, FELIX RUTLEDGE, M.D.

Abstract

The authors consider the factors, especially antecedent irradiation and nutritional status, in the likelihood of dehiscence following operation in women who have had malignant disease of the pelvic organs.

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