[6] In this series, we demonstrate that components separation and midline reinforcement ... prior to abdominal wall closure. Initially, we used synthetic mesh in 6 patients but more recently ...

An abdominal wall reinforcement material was used to help reinforce the midline closure in all patients. Depending on the size of the defect, a 20×20 cm, 20×30 cm or 30×30 cm mesh was used.