Meta-analysis of the use of sterilized mosquito net mesh for inguinal hernia repair in less economically developed countries.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Inguinal hernias are common in less economically developed countries (LEDCs), and associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Tension-free mesh repair is the standard treatment worldwide. Lack of resources combined with the high cost of commercial synthetic mesh (CSM) have limited its use in LEDCs. Sterilized mosquito net mesh (MNM) has emerged as a low-cost, readily available alternative to CSM. The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to evaluate the safety and efficacy of MNM for the use in hernia repair in LEDCs.

Methods

A systematic review and data meta-analysis of all published articles from inception to August 2018 was performed. Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, MEDLINE and Embase databases were searched. The primary o

SUBMITTER: Ahmad MH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6681152 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature