Use of Acellular Dermal Matrix for Complicated Ventral Hernia Repair: Does Technique Affect Outcomes?

2007236 citationsJournal Article

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Judy Jin · University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center

Michael J. Rosen · University Hospitals of Cleveland

Jeffrey A. Blatnik · University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center

Michael F. McGee · University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center

Christina P. Williams · University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center

Jeffrey M. Marks · University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center

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This study demonstrated that the method in which AlloDerm is used in abdominal wall reconstruction has a significant impact on recurrence rates. Based on our findings, AlloDerm should be used only as a reinforcement after primary fascial reappoximation.

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Hernia repair and management Intestinal and Peritoneal Adhesions Colorectal Cancer Surgical Treatments

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Published in: Journal of the American College of Surgeons

Volume 205, Issue 5, pp. 654-660

DOI: 10.1016/j.jamcollsurg.2007.06.012

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Use of Acellular Dermal Matrix for Complicated Ventral Hernia Repair: Does Technique Affect Outcomes?

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