Do North American colorectal surgeons use mesh to prevent parastomal hernia? A survey of current attitudes and practice
Conclusion: Prophylactic mesh placement remains relatively uncommon; when used, biologic mesh was the most common type. Many surgeons were not convinced of the safety or efficacy of prophylactic mesh placement.
PMID: 31782298 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Canadian Journal of Surgery - Category: Surgery Authors: Holland J, Chesney T, Dossa F, Acuna S, Fleshner KA, Baxter NN Tags: Can J Surg Source Type: research