Reduction of Groin Wound Infections After Vascular Surgery by Using an Incision Management System (IMS)

Inclusion Criteria: * vascular surgery via right or left inguinal approach * nicotine abuse (active or according to medical condition) * risk factors: 1. cardiac risk factors (arterial hypertension, coronary heart disease, status after myocardial infarction) 2. metabolic disorders (diabetes mellitus type I type II, lipopathy or hyperhomocysteinemia) or chronic or acute renal insufficiency * previous vascular surgery with inguinal approach * signed informed consent form * persons who are legally competent and mentally able to comprehend and follow the instructions of study personnel Exclusion Criteria: * local skin infections (fungal infections, acne) * pregnant and breast-feeding women * simultaneous participation in another clinical trial * persons who have been committed to an institution by court or administrative order * persons in a dependency or employment relationship with the sponsor or investigator