Robotic approach for retromuscular ventral hernia repair may be associated with improved wound morbidity in high-risk patients: a propensity score analysis

ConclusionsIn this analysis, a robotic approach was associated with decreased rates of SSI and SSOPI in obese patients who were either current smokers or diabetics. In effort to reduce wound morbidity and the associated physical and economic costs, robotic approach for retromuscular ventral hernia repair should be considered in this patient population.Graphical abstract
Source: Surgical Endoscopy - Category: Surgery Source Type: research