BACKGROUND: Complex abdominal wall defects can present a significant challenge to the
reconstructive surgeon. In 2003, acellular dermal matrix (ADM) was introduced as an …

Background: Reconstruction of the anterior abdominal wall is a complex procedure that can
be complicated by contamination, loss of domain, previous scarring or radiotherapy, and …

Methods A systematic review of the literature for studies that evaluated surgical outcomes in
abdominal wall reconstruction using ADM was conducted. The level of evidence of these …

Background: Acellular dermal matrices have been increasingly used in abdominal wall
reconstruction. Unique characteristics of these grafts have allowed surgeons to reconstruct …

Abdominal wall reconstruction is a complex and challenging surgical undertaking. While
permanent prosthetic mesh is considered the gold standard for minimizing hernia …

Background The use of acellular dermal matrix (ADM) has gained acceptance in breast and
abdominal wall reconstructions. Despite its extensive use, there is currently a wide variation …

BACKGROUND: The role of acellular dermal matrix (ADM) in abdominal wall reconstruction
(AWR) is unclear. The aim of this study was to review the management, complications, and …

BACKGROUND: Acellular dermal matrix (ADM) represents a promising new fascial
substitute for repairing abdominal wall defects. METHODS: We retrospectively studied 63 …

BACKGROUND: Few good surgical options exist for the repair of complex anterior
abdominal wall defects, particularly those in which bacterial contamination is present. The …

Background There is a growing literature of evidence that the use of acellular dermal
matrices (ADMs) in abdominal wall reconstruction (AWR) for high-risk patients provides …