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Introduction: In recent years, Posterior Component Separation (PCS) with the Madrid modification (Madrid PCS) has emerged as a surgical technique. This modification is believed to enhance the dissection of anatomical structures, offering several advantages. The study aims to present a detailed description of this surgical technique and to analyse the outcomes in a large cohort of patients. Materials and Methods: This study included all patients who underwent the repair of midline incisional hernias, with or without other abdominal wall defects. Data from patients at three different centres specialising in abdominal wall reconstruction was analysed. All patients underwent the Madrid PCS, and several variables, such as demographics, perioperative details, postoperative complications, and recurrences, were assessed. Results: Between January 2015 and June 2023, a total of 223 patients underwent the Madrid PCS. The mean age was 63.4 years, with a mean BMI of 33.3 kg/m2 (range 23-40). According to the EHS classification, 139 patients had a midline incisional hernia, and 84 had a midline incisional hernia with a concomitant lateral incisional hernia. According to the Ventral Hernia Working Group (VHWG) classification, 177 (79.4%) patients had grade 2 and 3 hernias. In total, 201 patients (90.1%) were ASA II and III. The Carolinas Equation for Determining Associated Risks (CeDAR) was calculated preoperatively, resulting in 150 (67.3%) patients with a score between 30% and 60%. A total of 105 patients (48.4%) had previously undergone abdominal wall repair surgery. There were 93 (41.7%) surgical site occurrences (SSO), 36 (16.1%) surgical site infections (SSI), including 23 (10.3%) superficial and 7 (3.1%) deep infections, and 6 (2.7%) organ/space infections. Four (1.9%) recurrences were assessed by CT scan with an average follow-up of 23.9 months (range 6-74). Conclusion: The Madrid PCS appears to be safe and effective, yielding excellent long-term results despite the complexity of abdominal wall defects. A profound understanding of the anatomy is crucial for optimal outcomes. The Madrid modification contributes to facilitating a complete retromuscular preperitoneal repair without incision of the transversus abdominis. The extensive abdominal wall retromuscular dissection obtained enables the placement of very large meshes with minimal fixation.
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PURPOSE: To evaluate the incidence of incisional hernia in patients undergoing direct access to the abdominal cavity in urological surgery. METHODS: We conducted a systematic review in Pubmed, Embase, and Cochrane Central from 1980 to the present according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-analysis (PRISMA) statement. Eighty-four studies were selected for inclusion in this analysis, and meta-analysis and meta-regression were performed. RESULTS: The total incidence in the 84 studies was 4.8% (95% CI 3.7% - 6.2%) I2 93.84%. Depending on the type of incision, it was higher in the open medial approach: 7.1% (95% CI 4.3%-11.8%) I2 92.45% and lower in laparoscopic surgery: 1.9% (95% CI 1%-3.4%) I2 71, 85% According to access, it was lower in retroperitoneal: 0.9% (95% CI 0.2%-4.8%) I2 76.96% and off-midline: 4.7% (95% CI 3.5%-6.4%) I2 91.59%. Regarding the location of the hernia, parastomal hernias were more frequent: 15.1% (95% CI 9.6% - 23%) I2 77.39%. Meta-regression shows a significant effect in reducing the proportion of hernias in open lateral, laparoscopic and hand-assisted compared to medial open access. CONCLUSION: The present review finds the access through the midline and stomas as the ones with the highest incidence of incisional hernia. The use of the lateral approach or minimally invasive techniques is preferable. More prospective studies are warranted to obtain the real incidence of incisional hernias and evaluate the role of better techniques to close the abdomen.
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Hernia Incisional , Procedimientos Quirúrgicos Urológicos , Humanos , Hernia Incisional/epidemiología , Hernia Incisional/etiología , Incidencia , Procedimientos Quirúrgicos Urológicos/efectos adversos , Laparoscopía/efectos adversosRESUMEN
INTRODUCTION: Prophylactic meshes in high-risk patients prevent incisional hernias, although there are still some concerns about the best layer to place them in, the type of fixation, the mesh material, the significance of the level of contamination, and surgical complications. We aimed to provide answers to these questions and information about how the implanted material behaves based on its visibility under magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). METHOD: This is a prospective multicentre observational cohort study. Preliminary results from the first 3 months are presented. We included general surgical patients who had at least two risk factors for developing an incisional hernia. Multivariate logistic regression was used. A polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) mesh loaded with iron particles was used in an onlay position. MRIs were performed 6 weeks after treatment. RESULTS: Between July 2016 and June 2022, 185 patients were enrolled in the study. Surgery was emergent in 30.3% of cases, contaminated in 10.7% and dirty in 11.8%. A total of 5.6% of cases had postoperative wound infections, with the requirement of stoma being the only significant risk factor (OR = 7.59, p = 0.03). The formation of a seroma at 6 weeks detected by MRI, was associated with body mass index (OR = 1.13, p = 0.02). CONCLUSIONS: The prophylactic use of onlay PVDF mesh in midline laparotomies in high-risk patients was safe and effective in the short term, regardless of the type of surgery or the level of contamination. MRI allowed us to detect asymptomatic seromas during the early process of integration. STUDY REGISTRATION: This protocol was registered at ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT03105895).
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Polímeros de Fluorocarbono , Hernia Incisional , Imagen por Resonancia Magnética , Polivinilos , Mallas Quirúrgicas , Adulto , Anciano , Femenino , Humanos , Masculino , Persona de Mediana Edad , Hernia Incisional/prevención & control , Estudios Prospectivos , Factores de Riesgo , Factores de Tiempo , Resultado del Tratamiento , Adulto Joven , Anciano de 80 o más AñosRESUMEN
The treatment of complex midline hernias remains a particular challenge. The currently refined knowledge of the anatomy in the cadaver laboratory and advancing clinical experience have changed our present approach. The aim of this review is to present a description of the updated surgical procedures and outcomes. We favor the retromuscular or preperitoneal layer for mesh implantation, including the Rives-Stoppa procedure (sublay mesh) and posterior component separation with the Madrid modification. We operated on 334 complex midline incisional hernias: 6.3% retromuscular preperitoneal, 15% after Rives-Stoppa, 2.4% anterior component separation and 76% posterior component separation. A bridging procedure was used in 31%. A complication occurred in 35.3%, most of which were wound healing disorders (SSO). The average length of hospital stay was 7.2 days. We recorded a very low incidence of long-term complications: 3.3% recurrence, 0.9% chronic pain (daily use of pain medication), 6% bulging, 1.8% chronic seroma and 2.6% chronic mesh infection. Despite the associated morbidity, retromuscular/preperitoneal treatment offers excellent long-term results.
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Pared Abdominal , Hernia Ventral , Hernia Incisional , Humanos , Hernia Incisional/cirugía , Hernia Incisional/complicaciones , Pared Abdominal/cirugía , Hernia Ventral/cirugía , Hernia Ventral/etiología , Músculos Abdominales , Mallas Quirúrgicas/efectos adversosRESUMEN
Abdominal wall hernias are common entities that represent important issues. Retromuscular repair and component separation for complex abdominal wall defects are considered useful treatments according to both short and long-term outcomes. However, failure of surgical techniques may occur. The aim of this study is to analyze results of surgical treatment for hernia recurrence after prior retromuscular or posterior components separation. We have retrospectively reviewed patient charts from a prospectively maintained database. This study was conducted in three different hospitals of the Madrid region with surgical units dedicated to abdominal wall reconstruction. We have included in the database 520 patients between December 2014 and December 2021. Fifty-one patients complied with the criteria to be included in this study. We should consider offering surgical treatment for hernia recurrence after retromuscular repair or posterior components separation. However, the results might be associated to increased peri-operative complications.
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Músculos Abdominales , Hernia Ventral , Humanos , Músculos Abdominales/cirugía , Hernia Ventral/cirugía , Estudios de Cohortes , Estudios Retrospectivos , Herniorrafia/métodos , Mallas Quirúrgicas , RecurrenciaRESUMEN
Incisions performed for hepato-pancreatic-biliary (HPB) surgery are diverse, and can be a challenge both to perform correctly as well as to be properly closed. The anatomy of the region overlaps muscular layers and has a rich vascular and nervous supply. These structures are fundamental for the correct functionality of the abdominal wall. When performing certain types of incisions, damage to the muscular or neurovascular component of the abdominal wall, as well as an inadequate closure technique may influence in the development of long-term complications as incisional hernias (IH) or bulging. Considering that both may impair quality of life and that are complex to repair, prevention becomes essential during these procedures. With the currently available evidence, there is no clear recommendation on which is the better incision or what is the best method of closure. Despite the lack of sufficient data, the following review aims to correlate the anatomical knowledge learned from posterior component separation with the incisions performed in hepato-pancreatic-biliary (HPB) surgery and their consequences on incisional hernia formation. Overall, there is data that suggests some key points to perform these incisions: avoid vertical components and very lateral extensions, subcostal should be incised at least 2 cm from costal margin, multilayered suturing using small bites technique and consider the use of a prophylactic mesh in high-risk patients. Nevertheless, the lack of evidence prevents from the possibility of making any strong recommendations.
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AIM: This study aimed to describe the results of complex parastomal hernia repair after posterior component separation and keyhole reconstruction. METHOD: We conducted a retrospective review of a prospectively sustained database in one single complex abdominal wall referral centre. We analysed the data of patients who underwent the posterior component separation technique using modified transversus abdominis release for complex parastomal hernia and retromuscular keyhole mesh repair from February 2014 to January 2017. Demographic data, hernia characteristics, operative details and outcomes were analysed. The primary outcome measured was the recurrence rate during the follow-up. RESULTS: Twenty patients were included in this study. Among the patients who underwent surgery for parastomal hernia, 17 patients had a colostomy (85%) and three patients had a ureteroileostomy after the Bricker procedure (15%). The mean body mass index was 33.2 kg/m2 (range 25-47). Twelve patients had an expected associated risk according to the Carolinas equation for determining associated risk classification of >60%. Sixty per cent of our patients had contaminated or dirty/infected wounds. The overall complication rate was 60%. Surgical site infection was observed in 25% of the cases. The mortality rate in our study group was 5% (n = 1). We found clinical or radiological evidence of parastomal hernia recurrence in nine out of 20 (45%) patients during follow-up. No hernia recurrence was detected in the concomitant incisional hernias. CONCLUSIONS: Although posterior component separation in the form of modified transversus abdominis muscle release allows abdominal wall reconstruction, keyhole mesh configuration at the stoma site does not offer satisfactory results in terms of long-term recurrence rate at the parastomal defect.
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Hernia Ventral , Hernia Incisional , Músculos Abdominales/cirugía , Hernia Ventral/etiología , Hernia Ventral/cirugía , Herniorrafia/efectos adversos , Humanos , Hernia Incisional/etiología , Hernia Incisional/cirugía , Recurrencia , Estudios Retrospectivos , Mallas Quirúrgicas , Resultado del TratamientoRESUMEN
BACKGROUND: Management of subcostal incisional hernias is particularly complicated due to their proximity to the costochondral limits in addition to the lack of aponeurosis on the lateral side of the abdomen. We present our results of posterior component separation through the same previous incision as a safe and reproducible technique for these complex cases. METHODS: We present a multicenter and prospective cohort of patients diagnosed with bilateral subcostal incisional hernias on either clinical examination or imaging based on computed tomography from 2014 to 2020. The aim of this investigation was to assess the outcomes of abdominal wall reconstruction for subcostal incisional hernias through a new approach. The outcomes reported were short- and long-term complications, including recurrence, pain, and bulging. Quality of life was assessed with the European Registry for Abdominal Wall Hernias Quality of Life score. RESULTS: A total of 46 patients were identified. All patients underwent posterior component separation. Surgical site occurrences occurred in 10 patients (22%), with only 7 patients (15%) requiring procedural intervention. During a mean follow-up of 18 (range, 6-62), 1 (2%) case of clinical recurrence was registered. In addition, there were 8 (17%) patients with asymptomatic but visible bulging. The European Registry for Abdominal Wall Hernias Quality of Life score showed a statistically significant decrease in the 3 domains (pain, restriction, and cosmetic) of the postoperative compared with the preoperative scores. CONCLUSION: Posterior component separation technique for the repair of subcostal incisional hernias through the same incision is a safe procedure that avoids injury to the linea alba. It is associated with acceptable morbidity, low recurrence rate, and improvement in patients' reported outcomes.
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Músculos Abdominales/cirugía , Abdominoplastia/métodos , Hernia Ventral/cirugía , Herniorrafia/métodos , Hernia Incisional/cirugía , Mallas Quirúrgicas , Femenino , Hernia Ventral/diagnóstico , Hernia Ventral/etiología , Humanos , Hernia Incisional/complicaciones , Hernia Incisional/diagnóstico , Masculino , Persona de Mediana Edad , Estudios Prospectivos , Recurrencia , Reoperación , Tomografía Computarizada por Rayos XRESUMEN
A 77-year-old male underwent a colonoscopy because of a positive fecal occult blood test. A polyp was removed from the rectum, 12 cm from the anal margin, with a hyperplastic appearance, covered by a cap of whitish fibrinoid exudate. The pathological report reported a hyperplastic polyp with foci of bone metaplasia in the lamina propria.
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Pólipos , Neoplasias del Recto , Anciano , Colonoscopía , Humanos , Masculino , Metaplasia , Neoplasias del Recto/diagnóstico por imagen , Neoplasias del Recto/cirugía , RectoRESUMEN
BACKGROUND: The best treatment for the combined defects of midline and lateral incisional hernia is not known. The aim of our multicenter study was to evaluate the operative and patient-reported outcomes using a modified posterior component separation in patients who present with the combination of midline and lateral incisional hernia. METHODS: We identified patients from a prospective, multicenter database who underwent operative repairs of a midline and lateral incisional hernia at 4 centers with minimum 2-year follow-up. Hernias were divided into a main hernia based on the larger size and associated abdominal wall hernias. Outcomes reported were short- and long-term complications, including recurrence, pain, and bulging. Quality of life was assessed with the European Registry for Abdominal Wall Hernias Quality of Life score. RESULTS: Fifty-eight patients were identified. Almost 70% of patients presented with a midline defect as the main incisional hernia. The operative technique was a transversus abdominis release in 26 patients (45%), a modification of transversus abdominis release 27 (47%), a reverse transversus abdominis release in 3 (5%), and a primary, lateral retromuscular preperitoneal approach in 2 (3%). Surgical site occurrences occurred in 22 patients (38%), with only 8 patients (14%) requiring procedural intervention. During a mean follow-up of 30.1 ± 14.4 months, 2 (3%) cases of recurrence were diagnosed and required reoperation. There were also 4 (7%) patients with asymptomatic but visible bulging. The European Registry for Abdominal Wall Hernias Quality of Life score showed a statistically significant decrease in the 3 domains (pain, restriction, and cosmetic) in the postoperative score compared with the preoperative score. CONCLUSION: The different techniques of posterior component separation in the treatment of combined midline and lateral incisional hernia show acceptable results, despite the associated high complexity. Patient-reported outcomes after measurement of the European Registry for Abdominal Wall Hernias Quality of Life score demonstrated a clinically important improvement in quality of life and pain.
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Pared Abdominal/cirugía , Abdominoplastia/métodos , Hernia Ventral/cirugía , Herniorrafia/métodos , Hernia Incisional/cirugía , Dolor Postoperatorio/epidemiología , Abdominoplastia/efectos adversos , Anciano , Femenino , Estudios de Seguimiento , Hernia Ventral/diagnóstico , Herniorrafia/efectos adversos , Humanos , Hernia Incisional/diagnóstico , Masculino , Persona de Mediana Edad , Dolor Postoperatorio/etiología , Medición de Resultados Informados por el Paciente , Estudios Prospectivos , Calidad de Vida , Recurrencia , Reoperación/estadística & datos numéricos , Índice de Severidad de la Enfermedad , Resultado del TratamientoRESUMEN
Objective: The aim of this study is to describe the macroscopic features and histologic details observed after retromuscular abdominal wall reconstruction with the combination of an absorbable mesh and a permanent mesh. Methods: We have considered all patients that underwent abdominal wall reconstruction (AWR) with the combination of two meshes that required to be reoperated for any reason. Data was extracted from a prospective multicenter study from 2012 to 2019. Macroscopic evaluation of parietal adhesions and histological analysis were carried out in this group of patients. Results: Among 466 patients with AWR, we identified 26 patients that underwent a reoperation after abdominal wall reconstruction using absorbable and permanent mesh. In eight patients, the reoperation was related to abdominal wall issues: four patients were reoperated due to recurrence, three patients required an operation for chronic mesh infection and one patient for symptomatic bulging. A miscellanea of pathologies was the cause for reoperation in 18 patients. During the second surgical procedures made after a minimum of 3 months follow-up, a fibrous tissue between the permanent mesh covering and protecting the peritoneum was identified. This fibrous tissue facilitated blunt dissection between the permanent material and the peritoneum. Samples of this tissue were obtained for histological examination. No case of severe adhesions to the abdominal wall was seen. In four cases, the reoperation could be carried out laparoscopically with minimal adhesions from the previous procedure. Conclusions: The reoperations performed after the combination of absorbable and permanent meshes have shown that the absorbable mesh acts as a protective barrier and is replaced by a fibrous layer rich in collagen. In the cases requiring new hernia repair, the layer between peritoneum and permanent mesh could be dissected without special difficulty. Few intraperitoneal adhesions to the abdominal wall were observed, mainly filmy, easy to detach, facilitating reoperations.
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BACKGROUND: Up to 25% of patients with acute pancreatitis develop severe complications and are classified as severe pancreatitis with a high death rate. To improve outcomes, patients may require interventional measures including surgical procedures. Multidisciplinary approach and best practice guidelines are important to decrease mortality. METHODS: We have conducted a retrospective analysis from a prospectively maintained database in a low-volume hospital. A total of 1075 patients were attended for acute pancreatitis over a ten-year period. We have analysed 44 patients meeting the criteria for severe acute pancreatitis and for intensive care unit (ICU) admittance. Demographics and clinical data were analysed. Patients were treated according to international guidelines and a multidisciplinary flowchart for acute pancreatitis and a step-up approach for pancreatic necrosis. RESULTS: Forty-four patients were admitted to the ICU due to severe acute pancreatitis. Twenty-five patients needed percutaneous drainage of peri-pancreatic or abdominal fluid collections or cholecystitis. Eight patients underwent endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography for choledocholithiasis and biliary sepsis or pancreatic leakage, and one patient received endoscopic trans-gastric endoscopic prosthesis for pancreatic necrosis. Sixteen patients underwent surgery: six patients for septic abdomen, four patients for pancreatic necrosis and two patients due to abdominal compartment syndrome. Four patients had a combination of surgical procedures for pancreatic necrosis and for abdominal compartment syndrome. Overall mortality was 9.1%. CONCLUSION: Severe acute pancreatitis represents a complex pathology that requires a multidisciplinary approach. Establishing best practice treatments and evidence-based guidelines for severe acute pancreatitis may improve outcomes in low-volume hospitals.
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Pancreatitis/cirugía , Grupo de Atención al Paciente , Enfermedad Aguda , Adulto , Anciano , Colangiopancreatografia Retrógrada Endoscópica , Coledocolitiasis/cirugía , Drenaje/métodos , Femenino , Hospitales de Bajo Volumen , Humanos , Unidades de Cuidados Intensivos , Masculino , Persona de Mediana Edad , Pancreatitis/complicaciones , Pancreatitis Aguda Necrotizante/cirugía , Guías de Práctica Clínica como Asunto , Estudios Retrospectivos , EspañaRESUMEN
BACKGROUND: Optimal mesh reinforcement for abdominal wall reconstruction (AWR) in complex hernias remains questionable. Use of biologic, absorbable and synthetic meshes has been described. The idea of using an absorbable mesh (AM) under a permanent mesh (PM) in a retromuscular position may help in these challenging situations. METHODS: Between 2011 and 2016, consecutive patients undergoing open AWR utilizing an AM as posterior layer reinforcement and configuration of a large PM were identified in a multicenter prospectively maintained database in four hospitals. Main outcomes included demographics, ventral hernia classifications, perioperative data, complications and recurrences. RESULTS: A total of 169 complex incisional hernias were analyzed. Mean age was 60.9, with mean body mass index 30.7 (range: 20-46). Location of incisional hernias (IH) was: 80 midline, 59 lateral and 30 midline and lateral. 78% were grade I and II in Ventral Hernia Working Group classification. 52% of patients were discharged with no complication. There were 19% seromas, 13% hematomas, 12% surgical-site infection and 10% skin dehiscence. Only partial mesh removal was necessary in one patient. After a mean follow-up of 26 months (range 15-59), there were five (3.2%) recurrences. Reoperations on patients showed a band of fibrosis separating the peritoneum from the PM. CONCLUSION: The combination of AM with very large PM in the same retromuscular position in AWR seems to be safe. The efficacy with recurrence rates below 4% in complex midline and lateral IH may be explained by the use of larger PMs that are extended and configured with the support of AMs. Reoperations on patients have confirmed the previous experimental reports on the use of the AM.
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Pared Abdominal/cirugía , Hernia Ventral/cirugía , Herniorrafia/métodos , Hernia Incisional/cirugía , Mallas Quirúrgicas , Implantes Absorbibles , Adulto , Anciano , Anciano de 80 o más Años , Femenino , Hematoma/etiología , Herniorrafia/efectos adversos , Herniorrafia/instrumentación , Humanos , Masculino , Persona de Mediana Edad , Estudios Prospectivos , Recurrencia , Seroma/etiología , Mallas Quirúrgicas/efectos adversos , Dehiscencia de la Herida Operatoria/etiología , Infección de la Herida Quirúrgica/cirugíaRESUMEN
BACKGROUND: Posterior component separation with transversus abdominis release technique is increasingly being used for abdominal wall reconstruction in complex abdominal wall repair. The main purpose of this study is to present a modification of the surgical technique originally described that facilitates the surgical procedure and offers additional advantages. METHODS: Based on the knowledge of the anatomy of the retromuscular space and the preperitoneal aerolar tissue distribution, we start the incision on the posterior rectus sheath from the arcuate line in a down to up direction. The posterior rectus sheath is incised 0,5-1 cm medial to the linea semilunaris and cut longitudinally as far as the fibers of transversus abdominis muscle that are divided in the superior part of the abdomen. It is also possible to avoid cutting the fibers of this muscle if we incise the posterior rectus sheath in an oblique direction to the midline from the umbilical area. Since 2012 to 2016, 69 consecutive patients with down to up TAR have been prospectively followed. Main outcome measures included demographics, perioperative details, wound complications, and recurrences. RESULTS: Between 2012 and 2016, we have operated 69 patients with down to up TAR technique. Mean operative time was 251 (range 65-566) minutes. Mean hospital stay was 9,8 (2-98) days. 10 patients presented surgical site events (14,5%): 6 patients had superficial site infection, 3 deep and 1 organ space. During follow-up, 3 patients (4,3%) presented incisional hernia recurrence. CONCLUSIONS: This novel modification allows a simpler dissection of the preperitoneal retromuscular space and makes the TAR technique easier to perform. It also enables to incise only the insertion of the transversalis fascia cranially.
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Músculos Abdominales/cirugía , Pared Abdominal/cirugía , Disección/métodos , Hernia Abdominal/cirugía , Herniorrafia/métodos , Femenino , Humanos , Masculino , Persona de Mediana Edad , Tempo Operativo , Estudios Retrospectivos , Mallas QuirúrgicasRESUMEN
BACKGROUND: The use of prophylactic mesh to prevent incisional hernia is becoming increasingly common in midline laparotomies and colostomies. The incidence of incisional hernia after subcostal laparotomies is lower than after midline incisions. Nevertheless, the treatment of subcostal incisional hernia is considered to be more complex. Currently, there are no published data about mesh augmentation procedures to close these laparotomies. METHODS: This was a longitudinal, prospective, cohort study of patients undergoing a bilateral subcostal laparotomy in elective operations. The mesh group was a group of patients operated consecutively between 2011 and 2013 with a prophylactic self-fixation mesh. The control group was selected from a retrospective analysis of patients operated between 2009 and 2010 and closed with a conventional protocol of 2-layer closure. The incidence of incisional hernia was recorded both clinically and radiologically for 2 years. RESULTS: A total of 57 patients were included in the control group and 58 in the mesh group. Most patients underwent gastric, hepatic, and pancreatic operations. Both groups were homogeneous in terms of their clinical and demographic characteristics. Operative time and hospital stay were similar in both groups. Both groups had a comparable rate of local and systemic complications. Ten patients (17.5%) in the control group developed an incisional hernia, and only 1 patient (1.7%) in the mesh group developed an incisional hernia (P = .0006). CONCLUSION: The incidence of incisional hernia after a conventional closure of bilateral subcostal laparotomy is significant. The use of a mesh augmentation procedure for closing bilateral subcostal laparotomies is safe and may reduce the incidence of incisional hernia.
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Herniorrafia/métodos , Hernia Incisional/prevención & control , Laparotomía/efectos adversos , Laparotomía/métodos , Mallas Quirúrgicas/estadística & datos numéricos , Técnicas de Cierre de Herida Abdominal , Adulto , Estudios de Cohortes , Diafragma , Procedimientos Quirúrgicos Electivos/efectos adversos , Procedimientos Quirúrgicos Electivos/métodos , Femenino , Estudios de Seguimiento , Humanos , Hernia Incisional/etiología , Estimación de Kaplan-Meier , Estudios Longitudinales , Masculino , Persona de Mediana Edad , Estudios Prospectivos , Valores de Referencia , Estadísticas no Paramétricas , Resultado del Tratamiento , Cicatrización de Heridas/fisiologíaRESUMEN
OBJECTIVE: To reduce the incidence of incisional hernia (IH) in colorectal surgery by implanting a mesh on the overlay position. BACKGROUND: The incidence of IH in colorectal surgery may be as high as 40%. IH causes severe health and cosmetic problems, and its repair increases health care costs. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Randomized, controlled, prospective trial. Patients undergoing any colorectal procedure (both elective and emergency) through a midline laparotomy were divided into 2 groups. The abdomen was closed with an identical technique in both groups, except for the implantation of an overlay large-pore polypropylene mesh in the study group. Patients were followed up clinically and radiologically for 24 months. RESULTS: A total of 107 patients were included: 53 in the study group and 54 in the control group. Both groups were homogeneous, except for a higher incidence of diabetes in the mesh group. There were 20 emergency procedures in the study group and 17 in the control group. There were no statistical differences in surgical site infections, seromas, or mortality between the groups (33.3%, 13.8%, and 3.7% in the control group and 18.9%, 13.2%, and 3.8% in the study group). No mesh rejection was reported. The incidence of IH was 17 of 54 (31.5%) in the control group and 6 of 53 (11.3%) in the study group (P = 0.011). CONCLUSIONS: The incidence of IH is high in patients undergoing elective or emergency surgery for colorectal diseases. The addition of a prophylactic large-pore polypropylene mesh on the overlay position decreases the incidence of IH without adding morbidity.