STUDY OF INCISIONAL HERNIA REPAIR BY PREPERITONEAL MESHPLASTY

Authors

  • Sushil D Akruwala GCS Medical College & Hospital, Ahmedabad
  • Vidhyasagar M Sharma GCS Medical College & Hospital, Ahmedabad

Keywords:

Incisional hernia, preperitoneal meshplasty, postoperative complication.

Abstract

Background: Incisional Hernia is a common surgical condition. Preperitoneal mesh repair technique showed reduced number of postoperative complications and recurrence compared to other techniques.

Aims: The aim of the study was to evaluate the technique of preperitoneal mesh repair of incisional hernias.

Material and Methods: This prospective study consisting of 53 cases was done from January 2011 to December 2012. Preperitoneal mesh repair was done in all the 53 cases. Follow up of 12 to 24 months was carried in the OPD with regards to postoperative complications and recurrences if any.

Results: No recurrence was noticed in the present study. Less number of postoperative complications were noticed in the present study.

Conclusion: We conclude that preperitoneal mesh repair is the ideal technique for incisional hernia repair.

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Published

2013-12-31

How to Cite

Akruwala, S. D. ., & Sharma, V. M. . (2013). STUDY OF INCISIONAL HERNIA REPAIR BY PREPERITONEAL MESHPLASTY. National Journal of Medical Research, 3(04), 328–331. Retrieved from https://njmr.in/index.php/file/article/view/663

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