The use of closed suction drains in the abdominal wall is a common practice in abdominal wall reconstruction operations. Drains can be a conduit for bacteria and can cause pain and discomfort for ...

Hernias of the abdomen refers to a condition where there is a weakness or gap in the abdominal wall, often involving muscles, allowing the contents of the abdomen to protrude outward, resulting in ...

Atlas of Abdominal Wall Reconstruction, edited by Michael J. Rosen, offers comprehensive coverage on the full range of abdominal wall reconstruction and hernia repair. Master laparoscopic repairs, ...

May 26, 2017 - For some patients undergoing intestinal or multi-organ transplantation, closing the abdominal wall poses a difficult surgical challenge. Total abdominal wall transplantation provides an ...

Anterior abdominal wall reconstruction surgery in patients who have undergone multiple laparotomies is associated with a high risk of complications. For this reason, minimally invasive surgery ...

People suffering from painful hernias are being offered relief by a new repair that rebuilds abdominal muscles, rather than simply patching them up. The clever technique is ridding patients of huge, ...