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I am scheduled for a ventra hernia repair with component separation and have a large pannus.. how will the incision affect it?

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Surgery: Thank you for your question! Having a large pannus essentially puts you at a slightly higher surgical risk. The main risks are a higher risk of infection over the incision site. Good luck with your surgery!

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Answered 10/4/2015

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