About this Book

A concise, comprehensive and up-to-date text on Abdominal Wall Hernias.

• Over 700 colour diagrams and photographs.
• Covers History-taking, Examination and Investigations.
• Covers all the important aspects of Hernia, i.e., Historical Background, Embryology, Anatomy, Operative Procedures, Possible Complications and other necessary topics.
• "Key points" to remind you what is the most important point in the chapter.
• Chapters, "Information Patients need from the Surgeon", and "Famous International Hernia Centers and Clinics" give information about the latest treatment of Hernia.
• Chapters, "Recent Advances and Modern Trends in Hernia Surgery", "Arguments, Controversies, and Discussions in Hernia surgery", "FAQs" and "MCQs" are of immense value to the student as well as practicing surgeon.
• Considerable stress is given to Anatomy, especially in the chapters "Various ligaments in relation to Groin Hernia", "Other Important Structures in Groin" and "Laparoscopic Groin Anatomy".
• Both Open and Laparoscopic procedures for Abdominal Wall Hernias are described with essential steps and diagrams.
• Chapters, "Difficulties in Hernia Surgery", "Important things to remember" and "Statistics of Hernia" are important for the beginner and practicing surgeon.
• Thought provoking Quotations and extensive References in each chapter.