Abdominal Wall Hernias are common. The hernias can occur after previous surgery. Common causes of umbilical hernias are congenital defects or from previous laparoscopic surgery. Larger hernias can occur from previous incisions. Hernias can often be repaired from a lower abdominal incision. Smaller hernias can be repaired primarily by approximating the edges of the hernia. Larger hernias require release of…
Abdominal wall hernias are common. A hernia can occur from a congential defect or it can occur from a previous surgery. When the hernia increases in size, the abdominal contents can protrude through the abdominal wall. This can be painful to the patient. Ocassionally, this can cause an obstruction or abdominal symptoms. When the hernia is repaired, the muscles are…
Abdominal wall reconstruction can be a common procedure after many different types of abdominal surgery. One of the more important components of abdominal wall reconstruction is to recreate a dynamic abdominal wall so that the musculoaponeurotic system of the trunk can serve its purpose. By bringing the rectus muscles back toward the midline of the abdomen, the intraabdominal pressure can…
