Recurrent Ventral Hernia and Surgical Repair - Medical Illustration, Human Anatomy Drawing
This stock medical exhibit displays a recurrent ventral hernia and the subsequent surgical repair in a series of illustrations. The first illustration shows a side cut-away view of the pre-operative condition with the abdominal contents herniating through the fascia. The second illustration shows the post-operative condition with the prolene mesh in place. The third illustration shows the first step in the surgical repair, the incision into the abdomen. The fourth illustration shows the herniations restored into the abdomen. The fifth illustration shows the prolene mesh being applied to the fascia.