A literature review on the types of hernias of the anterior abdominal wall (HAAW) is presented. The analysis shows that HAAW are the most common pathology among abdominal surgical diseases. The factors contributing to development of ventral recurrent and postoperative HAAW are summarized. Statistical data indicating their incidence are presented, the causes of the pathology recurrence are considered. Different aspects of development of the abdominal compartment syndrome and septic purulent wound complications are discussed, and the influence of various complications on the outcome of surgical interventions are considered.
