Reconstruction of complex abdominal wall hernias using acellular human dermal matrix:a summary of 36 cases

Objective To evaluate clinical effect of acellualr dermal matrix(ADM) in repair of complex abdominal wall hernias.Methods The clinical data of 36 cases of complex abdominal wall hernia repaired with ADM between 2008 and 2010 in the Department of General Surgery,Beijing Chaoyang Hospital of Capital Medical University were analyzed retrospectively.Results All cases were repaired with ADM and recovered with primary wound healing.No hematoma of abdominal wall,ileus and intestinal fistula occurred.At a median follow-up of 16 months(range,6-34 months),there was no postoperative complications such as wound infection,pain,stiffness and bulge etc.nor recurrence.Conclusion ADM offers a safe and effective option for complex abdominal wall reconstructions.