Dehiscence

Dehiscence refers to the opening or divergence of related tissue structures. It can be connective tissue or supporting tissue .

Examples

• When the wound edges of a surgical suture gape open, one speaks of suture dehiscence.
• Another example is the space stomach after an abdominal operation. The cause is often mechanical influences.
• The abdominal muscles in physiological umbilical hernias are also dehiscent .

This article is about a health issue. It is not used for self-diagnosis and does not replace a diagnosis by a doctor. Please note the information on health issues !