Ventral hernia and pregnancy: A systematic review

ConclusionsIf possible, elective ventral repair should be postponed until after last pregnancy. A non-mesh repair seems appropriate for smaller primary ventral hernia in women who plan future pregnancies. Umbilical hernia during pregnancy seems very rare and seldom requires repair pre- and post-partum. Routine practice of umbilical hernia repair in combination with cesarean section cannot be recommended. PROSPERO: CRD42017073736.
Source: The American Journal of Surgery - Category: Surgery Source Type: research