Parastomal hernias causing symptoms or requiring surgical repair after colorectal cancer surgery —a national population-based cohort study
ConclusionsThe cumulative incidence of parastomal hernia causing symptoms or requiring surgery after 5 years was at least 7.7%. Obesity increases the risk of developing parastomal hernia.
Source: International Journal of Colorectal Disease - Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research
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