Watchful waiting is an appropriate option for peritoneal dialysis candidates with an asymptomatic ventral hernia

ConclusionWatchful waiting may be an acceptable option for select patients with asymptomatic ventral hernias at the time of initial PD catheter placement. These findings highlight the need to better identify factors associated with asymptomatic ventral hernias that do not warrant concomitant repair to aid surgeons in the decision-making process.
Source: Hernia - Category: Sports Medicine Source Type: research