An unlikely path: hernia mesh migration

ConclusionThis case highlights the importance of recognizing and reporting this complication, a  phenomenon which can occur at different time intervals after surgery. Reports are heterogeneous but crucial, because mesh migration can lead to a diversity of clinical conditions and potentially serious morbidity. The authors present a distinctive case of complete transluminal migration of a pr opylene mesh that was initially placed in the preperitoneal space several years before. The minimally invasive surgery performed was successful. Given the high number of these surgical procedures worldwide, a lower diagnostic threshold and reporting of any complication should be encouraged to aid a ppropriate management and successful treatment.
Source: European Surgery - Category: Surgery Source Type: research