Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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10101133 | The American Journal of Surgery | 2005 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Permanent mesh placement was not associated with postoperative wound infection. Smoking was the only modifiable risk factor and preoperative smoking cessation may improve surgical outcomes in VHR.
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Authors
Kelly R. M.D., Catherine C. M.S., Catarina I. M.D., Ph.D., Leigh M.D., M.S., Mary T. M.D., M.P.H.,