Pfannenstiel versus Maylard incision for gynecologic surgery: a randomized, double-blind controlled trial.

Objective: The aim of this study was to compare the effects of the transverse muscle-cutting Maylard incision and the Pfannenstiel incision for hysterectomies, in terms of postoperative complications, pain, and quality of life.

Materials And Methods: This randomized, double-blind study compared two laparotomy techniques. All hysterectomies were performed for benign conditions.