prior to abdominal wall closure. Initially, we used synthetic mesh in 6 patients but more recently, we have chosen to use biologic graft materials in Grade III and Grade IV hernias due to ...

The transversus abdominis (TA) muscle is the deepest of the abdominal muscles. It extends between the ribs and the pelvis, wrapping around the trunk from front to back. The fibers of this muscle run ...

Moderate pain that keeps from some normal activities Mild pain that comes and goes (cramps), but lasts more than 24 hours Fever is present Bladder infection (UTI) suspected (passing urine hurts, new ...