Incisional hernia
View article: Tipo de malla y plano de pared en malla profiláctica tras el cierre del estoma: un meta-análisis en red
Tipo de malla y plano de pared en malla profiláctica tras el cierre del estoma: un meta-análisis en red Open
La colocación profiláctica de malla reduce el riesgo de hernia incisional, pero el tipo de malla ideal y el plano anatómico siguen sin estar claros. Este estudio busca determinar qué malla y lugar de colocación se asocian con las tasas más…
View article: Patient-Reported Outcomes After Preoperative Botulinum Toxin A Injection Prior to Abdominal Wall Hernia Surgery: An International Survey
Patient-Reported Outcomes After Preoperative Botulinum Toxin A Injection Prior to Abdominal Wall Hernia Surgery: An International Survey Open
Introduction Botulinum Toxin A is increasingly used as a preoperative adjunct in the management of complex abdominal wall hernias, particularly in those with wider defects and/or loss of domain. While its anatomical and surgical benefits h…
View article: Systematic review and meta-analysis of outcomes associated with incisional and organ/space surgical site infections in abdominal surgery patients
Systematic review and meta-analysis of outcomes associated with incisional and organ/space surgical site infections in abdominal surgery patients Open
View article: Adoption and Expansion of Robotic Surgery Across General Surgery in the United Kingdom: A 10-Year Procedure-Specific Analysis (2015–2024)
Adoption and Expansion of Robotic Surgery Across General Surgery in the United Kingdom: A 10-Year Procedure-Specific Analysis (2015–2024) Open
Background Robotic surgery (RS) has become an increasingly integral component of minimally invasive surgery (MIS) within General Surgery (GS) over the past 20 years. However, national-level data describing its adoption remain limited. This…
View article: Analysis of Influencing Factors for Incisional Surgical Site Infection after Laparoscopic Colorectal Cancer Surgery and Construction of a Prediction Model
Analysis of Influencing Factors for Incisional Surgical Site Infection after Laparoscopic Colorectal Cancer Surgery and Construction of a Prediction Model Open
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a common malignant tumor worldwide. Laparoscopic surgery has become the preferred treatment due to its minimally invasive advantages, but postoperative incisional surgical site infection (I-SSI) still significant…
View article: Laparoscopic transabdominal retromuscular ventral hernia repair (L-TARUP): Outcomes from a single institution with mid-term follow-up
Laparoscopic transabdominal retromuscular ventral hernia repair (L-TARUP): Outcomes from a single institution with mid-term follow-up Open
Introduction: The use of extraperitoneal mesh over intraperitoneal mesh is gaining popularity in minimally invasive ventral hernia repair. We adopted a laparoscopic lateral approach with retromuscular mesh placement by opening the posterio…
View article: Laparoscopy port-site closure: a four-decade-challenge to an unsolved issue. A systematic review of techniques and devices
Laparoscopy port-site closure: a four-decade-challenge to an unsolved issue. A systematic review of techniques and devices Open
Background In the last 40 years, laparoscopic surgery has shown several benefits compared to traditional surgery, including reduced pain and faster recovery, and has spread worldwide. Nevertheless, the laparoscopic approach is associated w…
View article: Reinforced Tension Line (RTL) Technique for Abdominal Wall Closure: A Suture-Based Alternative to Mesh Reinforcement
Reinforced Tension Line (RTL) Technique for Abdominal Wall Closure: A Suture-Based Alternative to Mesh Reinforcement Open
Background: Incisional hernia remains one of the most frequent complications after midline laparotomy, associated with significant morbidity, readmissions, and reoperations. Although small-bite suture techniques have reduc…
View article: Reinforced Tension Line (RTL) Technique for Abdominal Wall Closure: A Suture-Based Alternative to Mesh Reinforcement
Reinforced Tension Line (RTL) Technique for Abdominal Wall Closure: A Suture-Based Alternative to Mesh Reinforcement Open
Background: Incisional hernia remains one of the most frequent complications after midline laparotomy, associated with significant morbidity, readmissions, and reoperations. Although small-bite suture techniques have reduced hernia rates, …
View article: Effect of fascial closure using barbed sutures on incisional hernias in midline laparotomy for gynecological diseases: A multicenter randomized controlled trial (KGOG 4001)
Effect of fascial closure using barbed sutures on incisional hernias in midline laparotomy for gynecological diseases: A multicenter randomized controlled trial (KGOG 4001) Open
Objective To identify the effect of fascial closure using barbed sutures on the incidence of incisional hernia in patients undergoing elective midline laparotomy for gynecological diseases. Methods In this multicenter, non-blind randomized…
View article: Robotic-assisted treatment of flank hernias with progressive intracorporeal fascial traction (PIFT): A novel technique for secure fascial adaptation
Robotic-assisted treatment of flank hernias with progressive intracorporeal fascial traction (PIFT): A novel technique for secure fascial adaptation Open
Background Incisional flank hernias pose a particular challenge due to scarred, retracted fascial edges and complex regional anatomy. This study evaluates a robotic-assisted technique employing progressive intermittent intracorporeal fasci…
View article: Manejo quirúrgico de la hernia incisional compleja: avances en técnicas de reparación con malla biológica
Manejo quirúrgico de la hernia incisional compleja: avances en técnicas de reparación con malla biológica Open
La hernia incisional compleja constituye un desafío quirúrgico por su alta recurrencia y riesgo de complicaciones, especialmente en campos contaminados. El desarrollo de mallas biológicas ofrece una alternativa frente a las sintéticas, con…
View article: Correction to: Does onlay mesh placement in emergency laparotomy prevent incisional hernia? A prospective randomized double‑blind study
Correction to: Does onlay mesh placement in emergency laparotomy prevent incisional hernia? A prospective randomized double‑blind study Open
View article: Incisional hernia repair following liver transplantation: A meta-analysis
Incisional hernia repair following liver transplantation: A meta-analysis Open
BACKGROUND Incisional hernia (IH) is a common complication following liver transplantation (LT), contributing to significant morbidity and impaired quality of life. The interplay of transplant-specific factors, patient comorbidities, surgi…
View article: THE "SANDWICH" TECHNIQUE - OPTION FOR TREATING LARGE INCISIONAL HERNIA COMPLICATED WITH ACUTE INTESTINAL OCCLUSION (CASE REPORT)
THE "SANDWICH" TECHNIQUE - OPTION FOR TREATING LARGE INCISIONAL HERNIA COMPLICATED WITH ACUTE INTESTINAL OCCLUSION (CASE REPORT) Open
Introduction. The incidence of giant incisional hernia varies from 0,35% to 1,5% of cases. Statistics reveal a high strangulation rate, of 16-48% cases, in large and giant incarcerated incisional hernias. The compromise of vascularization …
View article: Establishing a Chemical Component Relaxation Service Using Botulinum Toxin For Abdominal Wall Reconstruction: Single-Centre Experience From a UK Tertiary Hernia Referral Unit
Establishing a Chemical Component Relaxation Service Using Botulinum Toxin For Abdominal Wall Reconstruction: Single-Centre Experience From a UK Tertiary Hernia Referral Unit Open
Background Botulinum toxin type A (BTA) is a valuable adjunct in abdominal wall reconstruction (AWR). Chemical component relaxation (CCR) involves injecting BTA into the lateral abdominal wall, leading to muscle paralysis and elongation wh…
View article: Prophylactic mesh reinforcement after open aortic aneurysm repair: a prospective cohort study
Prophylactic mesh reinforcement after open aortic aneurysm repair: a prospective cohort study Open
Objectives Patients undergoing elective open abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) repair via midline laparotomy are at significantly increased risk—up to threefold—of developing incisional hernias (IHs) compared to those treated for aorto-iliac…
View article: Evaluation of the safety and effectiveness of crural reinforcement with bio-a® or phasix-st® mesh: results from a multicenter study
Evaluation of the safety and effectiveness of crural reinforcement with bio-a® or phasix-st® mesh: results from a multicenter study Open
View article: Minimally Invasive Versus Open Pyloromyotomy for Infantile Hypertrophic Pyloric Stenosis: Insights from an Updated Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Minimally Invasive Versus Open Pyloromyotomy for Infantile Hypertrophic Pyloric Stenosis: Insights from an Updated Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Open
Background: Infantile hypertrophic pyloric stenosis represents one of the most prevalent gastrointestinal disorders in infants. It presents with severe persistent vomiting and electrolyte imbalance. Pyloromyotomy is the gold standard appro…
View article: Incisional Hernia at Extraction Sites Following Laparoscopic Colorectal Resection: A Comparative Study of Midline vs Non-midline Extraction
Incisional Hernia at Extraction Sites Following Laparoscopic Colorectal Resection: A Comparative Study of Midline vs Non-midline Extraction Open
View article: Extended totally extraperitoneal hernioplasty in patient with recurrent inguinal hernia and previous abdominal surgery (case report)
Extended totally extraperitoneal hernioplasty in patient with recurrent inguinal hernia and previous abdominal surgery (case report) Open
Inguinal hernias are one of the most common surgical pathologies requiring operative intervention. One of the most crucial aspects is the choice of surgical technique, especially for patients with a history of multiple abdominal surgeries.…
View article: Combined Approach to Large Ventral Hernias: Component Separation Enhanced by Abdominoplasty
Combined Approach to Large Ventral Hernias: Component Separation Enhanced by Abdominoplasty Open
Background: Large Ventral Hernia (VH) reconstruction is a surgical challenge. Component Separation (CS) combined with lipoabdominoplasty (LA) enhances the contour deformity of the entire musculofascial layer. Aim of the study: Evaluation o…
View article: THE "SANDWICH" TECHNIQUE - OPTION FOR TREATING LARGE INCISIONAL HERNIA COMPLICATED WITH ACUTE INTESTINAL OCCLUSION (CASE REPORT)
THE "SANDWICH" TECHNIQUE - OPTION FOR TREATING LARGE INCISIONAL HERNIA COMPLICATED WITH ACUTE INTESTINAL OCCLUSION (CASE REPORT) Open
Introduction. The incidence of giant incisional hernia varies from 0,35% to 1,5% of cases. Statistics reveal a high strangulation rate, of 16-48% cases, in large and giant incarcerated incisional hernias. The compromise of vascularization …
View article: Open versus laparoscopic techniques for incisional hernia repair: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Open versus laparoscopic techniques for incisional hernia repair: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials Open
View article: Dermoperitoneal Flap (DPF): A Novel, Safe, and Effective Technique to Manage Abdominal Defects in Complicated Recurrent Incisional Hernia
Dermoperitoneal Flap (DPF): A Novel, Safe, and Effective Technique to Manage Abdominal Defects in Complicated Recurrent Incisional Hernia Open
View article: CLINICAL CASE OF R ECURRENT POSTOPERATIVE HERNIA COMPLICATED WITH PURIAL ENCLOSURE OF THE SMALL INTESTINE WITH FORMATION OF INCOMPLETE SMALL INTESTINAL FISTULA
CLINICAL CASE OF R ECURRENT POSTOPERATIVE HERNIA COMPLICATED WITH PURIAL ENCLOSURE OF THE SMALL INTESTINE WITH FORMATION OF INCOMPLETE SMALL INTESTINAL FISTULA Open
Introduction. The course of parietal entrapment is characterized by insidiousness, which is the cause of late and erroneous diagnosis. In addition, with parietal entrapment, necrosis of the intestinal wall occurs faster than with other typ…
View article: EFFECTIVENESS OF A STRATEGY BASED ON RADIOLOGICAL PARAMETERS IN THE TREATMENT OF INCISIONAL HERNIAS
EFFECTIVENESS OF A STRATEGY BASED ON RADIOLOGICAL PARAMETERS IN THE TREATMENT OF INCISIONAL HERNIAS Open
View article: Comparison of Intraperitoneal and Extraperitoneal Approaches in Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Surgery
Comparison of Intraperitoneal and Extraperitoneal Approaches in Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Surgery Open
View article: The invite study: incisional hernia prevention: prophylactic mesh from the patient’s perspective
The invite study: incisional hernia prevention: prophylactic mesh from the patient’s perspective Open
Purpose Mesh-augmented abdominal wall closure (Mesh prophylaxis) reduces incisional hernia rates in high-risk patients. In spite of a large body of evidence supporting its efficacy and safety, use of mesh prophylaxis is low in the US and U…
View article: Management and outcome variability in hernia-related small bowel obstruction: insights from the SnapSBO study
Management and outcome variability in hernia-related small bowel obstruction: insights from the SnapSBO study Open
Background Small bowel obstruction (SBO) due to hernia remains a prevalent surgical emergency disproportionately affecting elderly and co-morbid populations. Limited high-quality data exist to guide evidence-informed interventions for hern…