Prophylactic placement of permanent synthetic mesh at the time of ostomy closure prevents formation of incisional hernias

We present the outcomes of a series of prophylactic mesh reinforcements with retromuscular, large-pore polypropylene at the time of enterostomy reversal.

Source: Surgery - December 7, 2017 Category: Surgery Authors: Jeremy A. Warren, Lucas R. Beffa, Alfredo M. Carbonell, Jennifer Cull, Brent Sinopoli, Joseph A. Ewing, Cedrek McFadden, Jay Crockett, William S. Cobb Tags: Hernia Source Type: research