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Hope WW. State of the Art: Advances in Hernia Care. Am Surg 2024; 90:1983-1989. [PMID: 38527961 DOI: 10.1177/00031348241241717] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/27/2024]
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The field of hernia surgery has seen many recent advances and continues to evolve. Care of the hernia patient begins preoperatively by ensuring adequate preparation for surgery with surgeons now having the opportunity to accurately predict risk which can aid with informed consent. Imaging studies can now help surgeons diagnose and plan hernia surgery on an individual level based on hernia characteristics as well as abdominal wall musculature. In the operating room, new technology and surgical techniques have allowed surgeons to become increasingly sophisticated with goals of reducing tension on midline closures, utilizing minimally invasive and robotic techniques, and availability of new and varied mesh prosthetics. While modest improvements in outcomes have been witnessed by these advances, there is still opportunity for improvement which will be realized by continued research, use of registries, and education and training. Hernia prevention strategies focusing on minimally invasive surgery, laparotomy closure, and the use of prophylactic mesh will also help with the burden of incisional hernias. These advances in hernia surgery have led to the new field of Abdominal Core Health which helps represent this evolving and growing new subspecialty of general surgery.
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- William W Hope
- Department of Surgery, New Hanover Regional Medical Center, Wilmington, NC
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Pous-Serrano S, Bueno-Lledó J, García-Pastor P, Carreño-Sáenz O, Pareja-Ibars V, Bonafé-Diana S, Gea-Moreno AM, Martínez-Hoed J. Use of botulinum toxin type A in the prehabilitation of abdominal wall musculature for hernia repair: a consensus proposal. Cir Esp 2024; 102:391-399. [PMID: 38342140 DOI: 10.1016/j.cireng.2023.12.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2023] [Accepted: 12/03/2023] [Indexed: 02/13/2024]
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The prehabilitation of the abdominal wall through the infiltration of botulinum toxin type A, which induces temporary chemical denervation ("chemical component separation") in the lateral abdominal musculature, is a common practice in units specialized in abdominal wall surgery. However, its use for this indication is currently off-label. The main objective of this article is to describe a consensus proposal regarding indications, contraindications, dosages employed, potential side effects, administration method, and measurement of possible outcomes. Additionally, a proposal for an informed consent document endorsed by the Abdominal Wall Section of the Spanish Association of Surgeons is attached.
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- Salvador Pous-Serrano
- Unidad de Cirugía de Pared y Corta Estancia, Hospital Universitario y Politécnico La Fe, Valencia, España.
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- Unidad de Cirugía de Pared y Corta Estancia, Hospital Universitario y Politécnico La Fe, Valencia, España
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- Unidad de Cirugía de Pared y Corta Estancia, Hospital Universitario y Politécnico La Fe, Valencia, España
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- Unidad de Cirugía de Pared y Corta Estancia, Hospital Universitario y Politécnico La Fe, Valencia, España
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- Unidad de Cirugía de Pared y Corta Estancia, Hospital Universitario y Politécnico La Fe, Valencia, España
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- Unidad de Cirugía de Pared y Corta Estancia, Hospital Universitario y Politécnico La Fe, Valencia, España
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- Unidad de Cirugía de Pared y Corta Estancia, Hospital Universitario y Politécnico La Fe, Valencia, España
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- Grupo Integrado de Trabajo en Hernia Compleja, Servicio de Cirugía General, Hospital R. A. Calderón Guardia, San José, Costa Rica
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Schaaf S, Wöhler A, Gerlach P, Willms AG, Schwab R. [The use of botulinum toxin in hernia surgery: results of a survey in certified hernia centers]. CHIRURGIE (HEIDELBERG, GERMANY) 2024:10.1007/s00104-024-02121-x. [PMID: 38918261 DOI: 10.1007/s00104-024-02121-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/24/2024] [Indexed: 06/27/2024]
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BACKGROUND Botulinum toxin application into the abdominal wall prior to major hernia repair can reduce the complexity of surgery and has been increasingly used in recent years, even if it is an off-label use. OBJECTIVE To what extent is botulinum toxin used in hernia surgery in German-speaking countries and what is the current evidence in the literature? MATERIAL AND METHODS In a voluntary online survey of German Society for General and Visceral Surgery (DGAV)-certified competence centers and reference centers for hernia surgery, aspects of botulinum toxin application were surveyed and the results analyzed. RESULTS A total of 57 centers took part in the survey, of which 27 (47%) use botulinum toxin. The main reasons for not using it were lack of experience and reimbursement. Of the centers 85% have treated less than 50 patients with botulinum toxin. The main indications were midline hernias (M2-4 according to the EHS classification) with a hernia gap > 10 cm (W3 according to EHS classification) and loss of domain situations. The application was predominantly ultrasound-guided by designated hernia surgeons with 100-200 Allergan or 500 Speywood units 4-6 weeks preoperatively and without complications related to the botulinum toxin application. CONCLUSION Botulinum toxin injections in hernia surgery appear to be safe and effective. Ultrasound-guided preoperative bilateral administration is supported by the available data. Specific course and information formats should be offered by the hernia surgery institutions.
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- Sebastian Schaaf
- Klinik für Allgemein‑, Viszeral- und Thoraxchirurgie, Bundeswehrzentralkrankenhaus Koblenz, Rübenacher Str. 170, 56072, Koblenz, Deutschland.
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- Klinik für Allgemein‑, Viszeral- und Thoraxchirurgie, Bundeswehrzentralkrankenhaus Koblenz, Rübenacher Str. 170, 56072, Koblenz, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Allgemein‑, Viszeral- und Thoraxchirurgie, Bundeswehrzentralkrankenhaus Koblenz, Rübenacher Str. 170, 56072, Koblenz, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Allgemein‑, Viszeral- und Thoraxchirurgie, Bundeswehrzentralkrankenhaus Koblenz, Rübenacher Str. 170, 56072, Koblenz, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Allgemein‑, Viszeral- und Thoraxchirurgie, Bundeswehrzentralkrankenhaus Koblenz, Rübenacher Str. 170, 56072, Koblenz, Deutschland
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Riediger H, Köckerling F. Limitations of Transversus Abdominis Release (TAR)-Additional Bridging of the Posterior Layer And/Or Anterior Fascia Is the Preferred Solution in Our Clinical Routine If Primary Closure is Not Possible. JOURNAL OF ABDOMINAL WALL SURGERY : JAWS 2024; 3:12780. [PMID: 38952417 PMCID: PMC11215005 DOI: 10.3389/jaws.2024.12780] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2024] [Accepted: 05/29/2024] [Indexed: 07/03/2024]
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Background: By separating the abdominal wall, transversus abdominis release (TAR) permits reconstruction of the abdominal wall and the placement of large mesh for many types of hernias. However, in borderline cases, the mobility of the layers is inadequate, and additional bridging techniques may be required for tension-free closure. We now present our own data in this regard. Patients and Methods: In 2023, we performed transversus abdominis release on 50 patients as part of hernia repair. The procedures were carried out using open (n = 25), robotic (n = 24), and laparoscopic (n = 1) techniques. The hernia sac was always integrated into the anterior suture and, in the case of medial hernias, was used for linea alba reconstruction. Results: For medial hernias, open TAR was performed in 22 cases. Additional posterior bridging was performed in 7 of these cases. The ratio of mesh size in the TAR plane to the defect area (median in cm) was 1200cm2/177 cm2 = 6.8 in patients without bridging, and 1750cm2/452 cm2 = 3.8 in those with bridging. The duration of surgery (median in min) was 139 and 222 min and the hospital stay was 6 and 10 days, respectively. Robotic TAR was performed predominantly for lateral and parastomal hernias. These procedures took a median of 143 and 242 min, and the hospital stay was 2 and 3 days, respectively. For robotic repair, posterior bridging was performed in 3 cases. Discussion: Using the TAR technique, even complex hernias can be safely repaired. Additional posterior bridging provides a reliable separation of the posterior plane from the intestines. Therefore, the hernia sac is always available for anterior reconstruction of the linea alba. The technique can be implemented as an open or minimally invasive procedure.
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Baig SJ, Singhal V, Afaque MY, Kakadiy C, Varma A. Peritoneal flap technique for abdominal wall expansion in the management of complex ventral hernias: a multicentre study from India. Hernia 2024; 28:863-869. [PMID: 38568349 DOI: 10.1007/s10029-024-02993-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2023] [Accepted: 02/11/2024] [Indexed: 07/16/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Large abdominal wall hernias often require techniques for wall expansion to improve surgical outcomes. The peritoneal flap hernioplasty (PF) is one such technique that utilizes the hernia sac to reconstruct the abdominal wall, however, with limited published data. It is a modification of the Rives-Stoppa mesh repair where a part of the bisected hernia sac is utilized to reconstruct the anterior fascia and the other part for the posterior fascia. We present a collated retrospective analysis of the outcomes from three centers performing PF with or without transverse abdominis release (TAR) in patients with complex ventral hernias. METHODS The PF was performed in patients with incisional hernias, both midline and lateral. The primary outcome measured was hernia recurrence. The secondary outcomes were to evaluate pain, surgical site infection, seroma, hematoma, wound dehiscence, pseudo-recurrence, Clavien-Dindo score for complications, and the patient's reported quality of life. The quality of life was assessed by oral questionnaires in the follow-up period. RESULTS We analyzed 63 patients (38 female, 25 male) with a mean width of hernia defect of 11 cm SD 4. Based on the European Hernia Society (EHS) classification 42 patients were W3 and 21 were W2 hernias. Fifty patients had a midline hernia, while the rest of the patients included transverse, subcostal, and rooftop incision hernias. The classical peritoneal flap procedure was done in 29 (46%) patients, while the peritoneal flap with TAR was done in 34 (54%) patients. Four patients had symptomatic seroma (6%), seven superficial surgical site infection (SSI) (11%), one deep SSI (1.5%), one skin necrosis (1.5%), and one anterior peritoneal flap necrosis (1.5%). No patient required postoperative ventilatory support. The mean pain score on day one was 3/10. There was no recurrence in the mean follow-up of 17 months (range 5 to 49 months). Overall, 58 of 63 (92%) patients reported being satisfied with their surgery. CONCLUSION In our multicentre study, we found the PF technique with or without TAR for midline and non-midline ventral hernia leads to satisfactory outcomes in terms of low recurrence, low rate of complications, and a good quality of life in the medium to long term. It appears to be a useful technique in the surgeon's armamentarium to repair W2 and W3 hernias needing expansion of abdominal domain.
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- S J Baig
- Digestive Surgery, Belle Vue Clinic, 9 and 10, Loudon Street, Kolkata, 700046, India
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- Department of GI & Bariatric Surgery, Medanta Medicity, Hospital, Gurugram, Haryana, 122001, India
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- Department of Surgery, J N Medical College, AMU, Aligarh, UP, 202002, India.
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- DNB Gastrointestinal Surgery Resident, Medanta Medicity Hospital, Gurugram, Haryana, 122001, India
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- Digestive Surgery, Belle Vue Clinic, 9 and 10, Loudon Street, Kolkata, 700046, India
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Van Hoef S, Dries P, Allaeys M, Eker HH, Berrevoet F. Intra-abdominal hypertension and compartment syndrome after complex hernia repair. Hernia 2024; 28:701-709. [PMID: 38568348 DOI: 10.1007/s10029-024-02992-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/06/2023] [Accepted: 02/10/2024] [Indexed: 07/16/2024]
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PURPOSE Abdominal compartment syndrome (ACS) is a well-known concept after trauma surgery or after major abdominal surgery in critically ill patients. However, ACS as a complication after complex hernia repair is considered rare and supporting literature is scarce. As complexity in abdominal wall repair increases, with the introduction of new tools and advanced techniques, ACS incidence might rise and should be carefully considered when dealing with complex abdominal wall hernias. In this narrative review, a summary of the current literature will highlight several key features in the diagnosis and management of ACS in complex abdominal wall repair and discuss several treatment options during the different steps of complex AWR. METHODS We performed a literature search across PubMed using the search terms: "Abdominal Compartment syndrome," "Intra-abdominal pressure," "Complex abdominal hernia," and "Ventral hernia." Articles corresponding to these search terms were individually reviewed by primary author and selected on relevance. CONCLUSION Intra-abdominal hypertension (IAH) and ACS require imperative attention and should be carefully considered when dealing with complex abdominal wall hernias, even without significant loss of domain. Development of a true abdominal compartment syndrome is relatively rare, but is a devastating complication and should be prevented at all cost. Current evidence on surgical treatment of ACS after hernia repair is scarce, but conservative management might be an option in the early phase and low grades of IAH. However, life-saving treatment by relaparotomy and open abdomen management should be initiated when ACS starts setting in.
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- S Van Hoef
- Department of General and HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium.
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- Department of General and HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium
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- Department of General and HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium
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- Department of General and HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium
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- Department of General and HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium
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Vierstraete M, Molnar A, Berrevoet F. Open intraperitoneal onlay mesh repair with anterior component separation as a bail-out procedure in the management of complex hernias. Hernia 2024; 28:887-893. [PMID: 38642316 DOI: 10.1007/s10029-024-03033-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2024] [Accepted: 03/28/2024] [Indexed: 04/22/2024]
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PURPOSE Surgical repair of complex abdominal wall hernias remains technically demanding and is widely recognized as a risk factor for unfavorable outcomes with high recurrence and morbidity rates. The objective is to assess short- and long-term complications after open intraperitoneal onlay mesh (IPOM) repair combined with bilateral anterior component separation (ACS) for large and difficult incisional hernias, alongside evaluating hernia recurrence rates. METHODS This retrospective analysis utilized data sourced from Hospital electronic health records and a prospective database at an academic tertiary referral center. Data collection was carried out from patients operated between January 2006 and December 2017. Eligible patients had complex incisional hernias measuring at least 10 cm in their transverse diameter and had an open IPOM repair with bilateral ACS. RESULTS In our study group of 45 patients, the 30-day surgical site occurrence (SSO) rate was high (37.8%), primarily consisting of superficial postoperative complications as seroma (17.8%) and wound dehiscence (6.7%). Among six patients (13.3%), wound complications escalated to chronic infected mesh-related problems, leading to complete mesh removal in four cases (8.9%) and partial mesh removal in two cases (4.4%). Regarding long-term complications, five patients (11.1%) developed enterocutaneous fistula. The recurrence rate was modest [5 out of 41 (12.2%)] over a median follow-up period of 99 months. CONCLUSIONS Despite a high SSO rate, application of the open IPOM technique with ACS could serve as a valuable rescue option for managing large and complex hernias, with acceptable hernia recurrence rates at long-term follow-up.
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- M Vierstraete
- Department of General and HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium.
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- Department of General and HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium
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- Department of General and HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium
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Fair L, Leeds SG, Bokhari SH, Esteva S, Mathews T, Ogola GO, Ward MA, Aladegbami B. Achieving fascial closure with preoperative botulinum toxin injections in abdominal wall reconstruction: outcomes from a high-volume center. Updates Surg 2024:10.1007/s13304-024-01802-w. [PMID: 38507174 DOI: 10.1007/s13304-024-01802-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2023] [Accepted: 02/24/2024] [Indexed: 03/22/2024]
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Preoperative injection of Botulinum Toxin A (Botox) has been described as an adjunctive therapy to facilitate fascial closure of large hernia defects in abdominal wall reconstruction (AWR). The purpose of this study was to evaluate the impact of Botox injections on fascial closure and overall outcomes to further validate its role in AWR. A prospectively maintained database was retrospectively reviewed to identify all patients undergoing AWR at our institution between January 2014 and March 2022. Patients who did and did not receive preoperative Botox injections were analyzed and compared. A total of 426 patients were included (Botox 76, NBotox 350). The Botox group had significantly larger hernia defects (90 cm2 vs 9 cm2, p < 0.01) and a higher rate of component separations performed (60.5% vs 14.4%, p < 0.01). Despite this large difference in hernia defect size, primary fascial closure rates were similar between the groups (p = 0.49). Notably, the Botox group had higher rates of surgical-site infections (SSIs)/surgical-site occurrences (SSOs) (p < 0.01). Following propensity score matching to control for multiple patient factors including age, sex, diabetes, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and hernia size, the Botox group still had a higher rate of component separations (50% vs 26.3%, p = 0.03) and higher incidence of SSIs/SSOs (39.5% vs 13.5%, p = 0.01). Multimodal therapy with Botox injections and component separations can help achieve fascial closure of large defects during AWR. However, adding these combined therapies may increase the occurrence of postoperative SSIs/SSOs.
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- Lucas Fair
- Department of Minimally Invasive Surgery, Baylor University Medical Center, Dallas, TX, USA.
- Center for Advanced Surgery, Baylor Scott and White Health, Dallas, TX, USA.
- Research Institute, Baylor Scott and White Health, 3535 Worth St., Suite C3.510, Dallas, TX, 75246, USA.
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- Department of Minimally Invasive Surgery, Baylor University Medical Center, Dallas, TX, USA
- Center for Advanced Surgery, Baylor Scott and White Health, Dallas, TX, USA
- Texas A&M College of Medicine, Bryan, TX, USA
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- Research Institute, Baylor Scott and White Health, 3535 Worth St., Suite C3.510, Dallas, TX, 75246, USA
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- Department of Minimally Invasive Surgery, Baylor University Medical Center, Dallas, TX, USA
- Center for Advanced Surgery, Baylor Scott and White Health, Dallas, TX, USA
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- Research Institute, Baylor Scott and White Health, 3535 Worth St., Suite C3.510, Dallas, TX, 75246, USA
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- Department of Minimally Invasive Surgery, Baylor University Medical Center, Dallas, TX, USA
- Center for Advanced Surgery, Baylor Scott and White Health, Dallas, TX, USA
- Texas A&M College of Medicine, Bryan, TX, USA
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- Department of Minimally Invasive Surgery, Baylor University Medical Center, Dallas, TX, USA
- Center for Advanced Surgery, Baylor Scott and White Health, Dallas, TX, USA
- Texas A&M College of Medicine, Bryan, TX, USA
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