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Abdominal Wall and Hernias

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This chapter explains the anatomical configuration of the abdominal wall and its multiple layers and weak areas, with an emphasis on the inguinal region, the most common area of hernia development. An explanation of the key elements of hernia repair is provided, as well as detailed information regarding the optimal strategies for the surgical treatment of inguinal hernias.

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  1. Department of Surgery Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, University of Illinois Metropolitan Group Hospitals Residency in General Surgery, Chicago, IL, USA

    Vijay K. Maker MD, FACS, FRCSC (Chairman, Executive Program Director, Professor of Surgery)

  2. University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL, USA

    Vijay K. Maker MD, FACS, FRCSC (Chairman, Executive Program Director, Professor of Surgery)

  3. Vascular Specialists – Hattiesburg Clinic, Hattiesburg, MS, USA

    Edgar D. Guzman-Arrieta MD, MS, FACS

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Maker, V.K., Guzman-Arrieta, E.D. (2015). Abdominal Wall and Hernias. In: Cognitive Pearls in General Surgery. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4939-1850-8_8

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