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1Divisions of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Cosmetic Surgery, University of Illinois, Chicago, IL, USA. mncohen@uic.edu
Abstract:
This article presents the author's personal philosophy for treatment of various abdominal wall defects resulting from surgical complications and unfavorable results of previous abdominal interventions. The purpose is not to discuss and analyze care and management of all soft tissue complications encountered after abdominal surgery, but to present the ones for which the plastic surgeon most likely will be asked to manage.
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