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To evaluate the feasibility and outcomes of immediate one-stage reconstruction for large upper abdominal wall defects reaching the xiphoid process.

August 1, 1990Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Upper Abdominal Wall Defects

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To evaluate the feasibility and outcomes of immediate one-stage reconstruction for large upper abdominal wall defects reaching the xiphoid process.
Evaluated seven patients presenting with extensive abdominal wall defects extending to the xiphoid process.
Attempted one-stage reconstruction utilizing vascularized tissue in six patients (N=6).
Reconstruction was completed successfully in three patients whose intraabdominal procedures proceeded without incident.
Reconstruction was compromised in three patients due to considerable intestinal dilatation following prolonged and difficult intraabdominal operations, indicating a requirement for temporary abdominal closure and staged definitive fascial repair.

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Case series reveals compromised one-stage reconstruction during complex upper abdominal wall repairs, highlighting the need for staged fascial closure.

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Gottlieb et al. (1990) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a8d03cd35275dda7a8e4d8c https://doi.org/10.1097/00006534-199008000-00013

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Implication

Case series reveals compromised one-stage reconstruction during complex upper abdominal wall repairs, highlighting the need for staged fascial closure.

Upper Abdominal Wall Defects

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