Prevention of Adhesions in Gynecological Surgery: The 2016 Experts Recommendations on Adhesion Prophylaxis

Post-operative adhesions are frequent sequela of abdominal and gynaecological surgery. They are associated with a high level of morbidity. This “field guideline” was written by a panel of European experts (anti-adhesions in gynecology expert group (ANGEL) and the European Society of Gynaecological Endoscopy (ESGE), adhesion research special interest group. It aims to provide surgeons with a quick reference guide to adhesion prevention adapted to the conditions of their daily practice.