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General surgery · Hernias

Incisional hernia repair in Tijuana, Mexico

These develop at a previous surgical scar when the abdominal wall does not regain sufficient strength. They may enlarge and cause a bulge or discomfort. In selected cases, a CT scan helps plan repair. Treatment may involve closing the defect, placing mesh and using reconstruction techniques based on the extent and previous operations.

Medical illustration: anatomy and procedure
Illustration · Abdominal wall defect

Procedure description

These develop at a previous surgical scar when the abdominal wall does not regain sufficient strength. They may enlarge and cause a bulge or discomfort. In selected cases, a CT scan helps plan repair. Treatment may involve closing the defect, placing mesh and using reconstruction techniques based on the extent and previous operations.

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