Outcomes of posterior component separation with transversus abdominis release for repair of abdominally based breast reconstruction donor site hernias

ConclusionABABR-related hernias are complex and technically challenging due to missing abdominal wall components and denervation injury. After repair with PCS/TAR, patients had high rates of recurrence and bulge, but reported improved quality of life and pain and low regret. Surgeons should set realistic expectations regarding postoperative bulge and risk of hernia recurrence.
Source: Hernia - Category: Sports Medicine Source Type: research