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Incisional hernia natural history, complications and prognosis
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Natural History
Natural History
Complications
Complications
Hernias in this area have a high rate of recurrence if repaired via a simple suture technique under tension and it is especially advised that these be repaired via a TENSION FREE repair method using mesh (a type of synthetic net).
Prognosis
Prognosis
References
References
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