"type 1: defect measures 1-2 cm"
"type 2: defect measuring 2-5 cm"
"type 3: defect measuring >5 cm"
"Myerson advocated for specific surgical approaches based on the size of the defect. The overarching goal is to attempt anastomosis of the acute ruptured ends; however, large or neglected ruptures are more likely to undergo considerable degeneration, requiring greater debridement and more advanced reconstruction 1,2."
"Myerson advocated for specific surgical approaches based on the size of the defect. The overarching goal is to attempt anastomosis of the acute ruptured ends; however, large or neglected ruptures are more likely to undergo considerable degeneration, requiring greater debridement and more advanced reconstruction 1,2."