Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: The iliac crest graft is the ideal source of autologous bone graft.It is a procedure that is associated with few complications.Iliac hernia is a rare complication that appears especially when full-thickness grafts are taken.It is more common in females and the main symptom is pain in the graft area.Surgical treatment is recommended due to the risk of incarceration as these hernias may contain abdominal viscera.There is no standard treatment for these hernias.
Institutions: University of Alicante, Hospital HLA Mediterráneo
Language: English
Topic: Hernia repair and management
Subfield: Surgery
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4409794744
