Role of Components Separation in War-Related Pediatric Abdominal Trauma

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PLASTIC SURGERY 2013, Abstract Supplement 80 Figure 1. Kaplan-Meier curves for hernia recurrence over time.CONCLUSION: AWRs with primary fascial coaptation and bioprosthetic mesh reinforcement experienced fewer hernia recurrences than bridged repairs. Surgeons should strive to achieve primary fascial coaptation to reduce hernia recurrences. REFERENCES:1. Garvey PB, Bailey CM, Baumann DP, Liu J, Butler CE. Violation of the rectus complex is not a contraindication to component separation for abdominal wall reconstruction. J Am Coll Surg. 2012;214:131-139. 2. Breuing K, Butler CE, Ferzoco S, et al. Incisional ventral hernias: review of the literature and recommendations regarding the grading and technique of repair. Surgery. 2010;148:544-558. 3. Ghazi B, Deigni O, Yezhelyev M, Losken A. Current options in the management of complex abdominal wall defects. Ann Plast Surg. 2011;66:488-492.