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Introduction and Epidemiology of Incisional Hernias and the Argument for Mesh in Incisional Hernia Repair

  • Alaedeen D
Springer International Publishing, (2017), 177-180
DOI: 10.1007/978-3-319-43045-4_23
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Abstract

This chapter discusses a brief history of incisional hernia from the first century A.D. to today's current practices. The epidemiology, cost, and prevalence of incisional hernia repair, especially in the USA, are highlighted according to the most currently available data.

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Alaedeen, D. I. (2017). Introduction and Epidemiology of Incisional Hernias and the Argument for Mesh in Incisional Hernia Repair. In Textbook of Hernia (pp. 177–180). Springer International Publishing. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-43045-4_23

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