Hernia repair is one of the commonest operations in general surgery. While straightforward open repair of inguinal hernia is a relatively simple operation, more complex hernias demand great surgical skill. The field of herniology has developed rapidly over the last few years. The last book published on the subject was the 3rd edition of this title, in 2003. Since then, not only have new surgical techniques been developed, but, importantly, new prosthetic biomaterials are being introduced rapidly and in ever increasing numbers.
Management of Abdominal Wall Hernias 4e presents an authoritative, comprehensive and fully updated account of the surgical techniques and the available prosthetic materials for performing a correct repair of simple to complex hernias. Both open and laparoscopic methods are included.
It is aimed at surgeons in the practice of clinical surgery, both the experts and the non-expert general surgeons with an interest in the repair of hernias and trainee surgeons.
The fifth edition of this well-received book contains all the latest information on surgical techniques in abdominal hernia surgery and has been updated to reflect progress in robotic hernia surgery and minimally invasive approaches, as well as new materials used such as fully resorbable synthetic meshes. With chapters on management of complications and laparoscopic repair, among others, the book also contains newly-added accounts of the Milos technique, laparoscopic primary closure of defects and mesh.
For each of the surgical techniques described the reader will find information on pre- and post-operative management, instructions on theatre set-up and patient positioning, an account of the incision and access, as well as detailed operative steps and closure, and finally tips and pitfalls. From financial aspects to operative techniques and materials, this book provides a very comprehensive account of abdominal hernia management.
Richly illustrated to demonstratethe surgical procedures in detail this book is written by a team of world leaders in herniology. This is an indispensable guide to herniologists and hernia surgeons, worldwide.
