Abdominal wall reconstruction after extensive abdominal wall necrosis resulting from chevron incision for liver transplant and subsequent Y-shaped incision for re-transplantation--clinical experience and literature review.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Extensive Abdominal wall necrosis is a devastating complication. In visceral transplant patients a quick and easy to perform reconstructive technique may be crucial for patient survival. Based on a clinical case a literature review is performed including a thorough analysis of abdominal wall perfusion and surgical options for defect closure are presented and critically appraised.
Medical subject headings
- Abdominal Wall
- Abdominal Wound Closure Techniques
- Liver Transplantation
- Plastic Surgery Procedures
- Reoperation
- Surgical Mesh