Umbrella review of systematic reviews on the efficacy and safety of using mesh in the prevention of parastomal hernias.

ABSTRACT:

Background

This umbrella review aimed to summarize the findings and conclusions of published systematic reviews on the prophylactic role of mesh against parastomal hernias in colorectal surgery.

Methods

PRISMA-compliant umbrella overview of systematic reviews on the role of mesh in prevention of parastomal hernias was conducted. PubMed and Scopus were searched through November 2023. Main outcomes were efficacy and safety of mesh. Efficacy was assessed by the rates of clinically and radiologically detected hernias and the need for surgical repair, while safety was assessed by the rates of overall complications.

Results

19 systematic reviews were assessed; 7 included only patients with end colostomy and 12 included patients with either ileostomy or colostomy. The use of

SUBMITTER: Emile SH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11457579 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature