Robotic Parastomal Hernia Repair with Biologic Mesh

IntroductionParastomal hernia is a common and vexing problem after ileal conduit urinary diversion that can cause pain, bowel symptoms and problems with the stoma appliance resulting in leakage, odor and impairment of quality of life. Historically these hernias have been managed open surgically, which requires considerable dissection of the abdominal wall for mesh placement, and may also require relocating the stoma to the contralateral side. Further, open parastomal hernia repair can be a morbid procedure with recurrence rates of approximately 30%.
Source: Urology - Category: Urology & Nephrology Authors: Tags: “Show Me How” Video Source Type: research