
This section covers the different types of ventral hernias including the umbilical hernia, epigastric hernia, Spigelian hernia, and incisional hernia. The technique of both open and laparoscopic ventral hernia repair is discussed, as are the most common postoperative complications. A classic case of an incisional hernia as a result of a wound infection is described, and questions are provided for review.
| citations This is an alternative to the "Influence" indicator, which also reflects the overall/total impact of an article in the research community at large, based on the underlying citation network (diachronically). | 0 | |
| popularity This indicator reflects the "current" impact/attention (the "hype") of an article in the research community at large, based on the underlying citation network. | Average | |
| influence This indicator reflects the overall/total impact of an article in the research community at large, based on the underlying citation network (diachronically). | Average | |
| impulse This indicator reflects the initial momentum of an article directly after its publication, based on the underlying citation network. | Average |
