Diastasis of rectus abdominis muscles: patterns of anatomical variation as demonstrated by ultrasound

Abstract

The above-navel patterns of recti muscle diastasis are the most common. Even when open completely, diastasis is usually wider above the navel. Knowledge of the anatomical type of rectus muscle diastasis could be of value to the patient (exercises to do and to avoid) and to the surgeon (abdominoplasty planning).