Laparoscopic vs open repair for primary midline ventral hernia: a prospective cohort study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The optimal operative treatment for umbilical and epigastric hernia, i.e., primary midline ventral hernia (PMVH), is debatable. The most common techniques are the primary suture and open repair with mesh, while laparoscopic approach using intraperitoneally placed onlay mesh (IPOM) is less frequent. The aim of this study was to examine the outcomes of IPOM in PMVH. Perioperative results, recurrence, pain, and functional status were studied.

Methods

This single-center prospective cohort study included consecutive patients with PMVH operated between September 2006 and December 2015. Systematic follow-up was conducted 6 months and 2 and 5 years postoperatively.

Results

Seven hundred fifty-four patients underwent PMVH repair. Open repair without mesh, open repai

SUBMITTER: Schjoth-Iversen L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10409826 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature