Hernia/Abdominal Wall Reconstruction

Learning Objectives:

• Describe the complex anatomy of the abdominal wall and inguinal region.
• Demonstrate a thorough and methodical evaluation of a patient presenting with an abdominal wall hernia.
• Define the various anatomical locations utilized for abdominal wall repairs and their advantages and disadvantages.
• List and define different operations available for abdominal wall reconstruction.
• Describe various types of mesh utilized in abdominal wall surgery and their various advantages and disadvantages.