Category Reference
Hernia Procedures
4 procedures tested on the ABS Certifying Exam
Hernia cases include groin (inguinal/femoral), ventral and incisional hernias, hiatal and paraesophageal hernias, parastomal hernia, and emergent presentations (incarceration, strangulation, bowel compromise). Examiners test mesh choice, plane selection, component separation indications, and management of contaminated fields.
Inguinal Hernia Repair (Lichtenstein / Laparoscopic)
Surgical repair of inguinal hernia using mesh reinforcement, either through an open (Lichtenstein) or laparoscopic (TEP/TAPP) approach. The examiner expects you to know the anatomy…
Femoral Hernia Repair
Repair of a hernia through the femoral canal, located below the inguinal ligament medial to the femoral vein. The examiner expects you to know the femoral canal boundaries (inguina…
Ventral / Incisional Hernia Repair
Repair of hernias through the anterior abdominal wall at or near a previous surgical incision. These are the most common hernias encountered by general surgeons. The examiner expec…
Component Separation
Myofascial release techniques that allow medial advancement of the abdominal wall fascia to close large ventral hernia defects. Anterior component separation (Ramirez technique) in…
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