Primary uncomplicated midline ventral hernias: factors that influence and guide the surgical approach

ConclusionRecent high-level literature recommends the use of mesh repair (flat mesh) in all patients with hernia width  ≥ 1 cm. This evidence is limited to the use of flat mesh through an open approach. While AHSQC surgeons do offer mesh repair in the majority of cases, this is most commonly using a mesh patch, and is selective towards larger hernias and obese patients. Further research is required to evaluat e the safety of mesh patches, and a mesh repair should be offered to a young non-obese healthy patient, as they benefit similarly from the use of mesh.

Source: Hernia - October 9, 2019 Category: Sports Medicine Source Type: research