Abdominal Rectus Diastasis (ARD) Reconstruction

The aim of this study is to investigate whether abdominal wall reconstruction through laparoscopic surgery can be recommended as a safe treatment alternative for patients with symptomatic rectus diastasis, and if this type of treatment leads to improved quality of life, trunk stability and reduced pain.

Inclusion Criteria: * Rectus diastasis ≥3 cm * BMI =\28 kg/m2 * Smoking * Ongoing immunosuppressive therapy * Current pregnancy ≥16 weeks gestational age for the last 12 months * Pregnant or women who wish to become pregnant * Previously extensive abdominal wall surgery incl hernia surgery (NOT including sectio, appendectomy, small umbilical herniae)