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Measurements of Various Abdominal Diameters on Computed Tomograhphic Scans
| Measured diameter (mm) | 1 month Postoperatively | 11 months Postoperatively |
|---|---|---|
| Outside abdominal perimeter at level of 3rd lumbal vertebra (L3) | 1200 | 1119 |
| Inside abdominal perimeter passing through L3 | 1106 | 1051 |
| Sagittal body diameter at L3 level | 350 | 302 |
| Hernia opening at L3 levela | 109 | 93 |
Distance between medial sides of rectus muscles.
