Includes treatment algorithms throughout
Contains instructional case presentations
Offers high-quality medical illustrations
Draws from current literature and is evidence-based
Covers a broad range of topics from basics to complex abdominal wall reconstruction
Supplies tips, tricks, and practical advice
Takes a multidisciplinary approach
Useful to surgeons at all levels of training
Summary
This practical, go-to reference by Drs. Losken and Janis will provide you with the tools you need when addressing a host of abdominal wall problems, ranging from simple to complex hernia repair and abdominal wall reconstruction. It provides information on the latest developments in mesh and biologic materials and their applications for abdominal hernia repair as well as step-by-step surgical technique for ensuring successful outcomes in all types of abdominal wall reconstruction.

Advances in Abdominal Wall Reconstruction presents the range of current options available for surgical repair in a systematic fashion. Treatment options and algorithms provide readers with insights into choices for approaching different problems. Strategies for minimizing morbidity and for avoiding recurrences are also discussed in detail as are helpful tips and tricks and safe and reliable options for dealing with complex problems. New techniques are described along with the evidence-based data on outcomes and numerous case examples to reinforce important concepts. Potential problems and pitfalls are thoroughly covered to help surgeons avoid potential complications. Although the main focus of this book is on surgical technique, it also discusses basic principles, etiology of abdominal defects, organizations strategies and outcomes. A DVD with 3 operative videos complements the book.

The editors have put together an imminently helpful work which should prove invaluable for a broad range of surgical specialties. They are assisted by a multi-disciplinary group of leading experts and pioneers in surgery and plastic surgery.

The book is divided into three parts. The first part focuses on fundamentals with essential chapters devoted to abdominal wall anatomy, hernia defect classification, abdominal wound care and synthetic meshes, and tissue biologics for abdominal wall reconstruction. Parts II and III are devoted to various types of abdominal wall reconstruction as well as simple and complex hernia repair using synthetic meshes and biologics. Chapters within these sections are clinical and technique-oriented, with ample illustrations and photos depicting the different surgical approaches. A key chapter in this section focuses on "Anatomic Components Separation: Applications and Advances in Technique." This simple, reliable technique is one of the most exciting, recent advances in abdominal wall reconstruction. Another hot topic covered in depth in several comprehensive chapters is that of biologics in complex abdominal wall repair; these materials have revolutionized abdominal wall reconstruction. Critical chapters are included on the science behind biologics as well as specific techniques for using them. Other cutting-edge topics include: laparoscopic hernia repair and management of parastomal hernias, enterocutaneous fistulas, postoperative abdominal bulges (a common, challenging problem), and recurrent ventral abdominal hernias, to name a few. An exciting chapter on abdominal wall transplantation gives readers insight into promising new developments and what lies on the horizon in abdominal wall reconstruction.

Hot Topics
Biologics in Abdominal Wall Reconstruction: Basic Science and Technical Considerations
Synthetic Mesh in Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
Separation of Anatomic Components Method of Abdominal Wall Reconstruction: Application and Advances in Technique
Minimally Invasive Ventral Hernia Repair
Management of Postoperative Abdominal Bulges
The Retro-Rectus Technique for Mesh Placement.

Fundamentals
Abdominal Wall Anatomy, Bahair Ghazi, Albert Losken
Classification and Causes of Abdominal Wall Hernia Defects, Michael G. Franz
The Treatment of Abdominal Wounds, Gregory Dumanian
Introduction to Abdominal Wound Care, Kara S. Couch
Synthetic Mesh in Abdominal Wall Reconstruction, Bruce Ramshaw, Sheila Grant
Understanding Tissue Biologics in Abdominal Wall Reconstruction, Scott Davis, Alessandrina M. Freitas

Hernia Repair
Controversies in Hernia Repair, Robert G. Martindale, Clifford W. Deveney
Separation of Anatomic Components Method of Abdominal Wall Reconstruction: Application and Advances in Technique, Kenneth C. Shestak, Vu T. Nguyen
Biologics in Complex Abdominal Wall Reconstruction: Technical Considerations, George DeNoto
Minimally Invasive Ventral Hernia Repair, Michael Rosen, Leandro Totti Cavazzola
Retro-Rectus Approach/TAR Technique, Yuri Novitsky
Outcomes After Abdominal Wall Reconstruction Using Acellular Dermal Matrices: A Critical Review of Existing Literature, Toni Zhong, Jeffrey Janis, Jamil Ahmad, Stefan O.P. Hofer
Open Versus Laparoscopic Hernias: Decision-Making Algorithms, and Outcomes, Thomas Roshek, Daniel Scott

Complex Hernia Repair
Coverage Issues in Abdominal Wall Reconstruction, Jeffrey E. Janis, Evan Beale
Parastomal Hernias, Farshid Araghizadeh
Enterocutaneous Fistulas: Current Concepts in Management, C. Tod Brindle
Management of Postoperative Abdominal Bulge, Charles Butler, Donald Baumann
Challenging Abdominal Wall Defects, Albert Losken
Management of the Recurrent Ventral Abdominal Hernian, Albert Losken, Farah A. Husain, Jahnavi Srinivasan
Abdominal Wall Transplantation, Kimberly A. Singh, Linda Cendales
Index