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Glorieux R, Van Aerde M, Vissers S, Fieuws S, De Groof P, Miserez M. Incidence and risk factors of metachronous contralateral inguinal hernia development up to 25 years after unilateral inguinal hernia repair: a single-centre retrospective cohort study. Surg Endosc 2024; 38:1170-1179. [PMID: 38082014 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-023-10606-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2023] [Accepted: 11/17/2023] [Indexed: 02/23/2024]
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BACKGROUND Patients undergoing unilateral inguinal hernia repair (IHR) are at risk of metachronous contralateral inguinal hernia (MCIH) development. We evaluated incidence and risk factors of MCIH development up to 25 years after unilateral IHR to determine possible indications for concomitant prophylactic surgery of the contralateral groin at the time of primary surgery. METHODS Patients between 18 and 70 years of age undergoing elective unilateral IHR in the University Hospital of Leuven from 1995 to 1999 were studied retrospectively using the electronic health records and prospectively via phone calls. Study aims were MCIH incidence and risk factor determination. Kaplan-Meier curves were constructed and univariable and multivariable Cox regressions were performed. RESULTS 758 patients were included (91% male, median age 53 years). Median follow-up time was 21.75 years. The incidence of operated MCIH after 5 years was 5.6%, after 15 years 16.1%, and after 25 years 24.7%. The incidence of both operated and non-operated MCIH after 5 years was 5.9%, after 15 years 16.7%, and after 25 years 29.0%. MCIH risk increased with older age and decreased in primary right-sided IHR and higher BMI at primary surgery. CONCLUSION The overall incidence of MCIH after 25-year follow-up is 29.0%. Potential risk factors for the development of a MCIH are primary left-sided inguinal hernia repair, lower BMI, and older age. When considering prophylactic repair, we suggest a patient-specific approach taking into account these risk factors, the surgical approach and the risk factors for chronic postoperative inguinal pain.
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- Robin Glorieux
- Department of Abdominal Surgery, University Hospital Leuven, Herestraat 49, 3000, Leuven, Belgium.
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- Department of Abdominal Surgery, University Hospital Leuven, Herestraat 49, 3000, Leuven, Belgium
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- Department of Abdominal Surgery, University Hospital Leuven, Herestraat 49, 3000, Leuven, Belgium
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- Interuniversity Institute for Biostatistics and Statistical Bioinformatics, KU Leuven - University of Leuven, 3000, Leuven, Belgium
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- Department of Abdominal Surgery, University Hospital Leuven, Herestraat 49, 3000, Leuven, Belgium
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- Department of Abdominal Surgery, University Hospital Leuven, Herestraat 49, 3000, Leuven, Belgium
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Khan WF, Rathore YS, Aggarwal S, Chumber S, Arumugaswamy PR, Baig KAM, Patidar A, Rai SK. Endoscopic totally extraperitoneal repair for groin hernia: Experience from a tertiary care centre. J Minim Access Surg 2023; 19:107-111. [PMID: 36722535 PMCID: PMC10034794 DOI: 10.4103/jmas.jmas_364_21] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2021] [Revised: 04/27/2022] [Accepted: 09/05/2022] [Indexed: 01/20/2023] Open
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Background Totally extra-peritoneal (TEP) and transabdominal preperitoneal (TAPP) repair are two established minimal access techniques of groin hernia surgery. TEP offers the advantage of avoiding violation of the peritoneal cavity. Aim This study aims to describe the decade-long experience of TEP in groin hernia repair in a tertiary care teaching institute and the feasibility of the same in difficult scenarios. Materials and Methods Retrospective analysis of the database of patients undergoing TEP repair for inguinal hernia in a single surgical unit at a tertiary teaching hospital between January 2008 and December 2019 was performed. Detailed pre-operative clinical details, operative duration, intraoperative and post-operative complications, including pain, length of post-operative hospital stay and hernia recurrence data were analysed. Results Over 12 years' duration, 511 patients underwent endoscopic TEP mesh repair and the total number of hernias repaired was 614. Majority (97.45%) of patients were male. The mean age of the patient population was 51.3 years. Primary hernia was seen in 490 patients. The mean operating time for unilateral inguinal hernia repair was 56.8 ± 16 min and for bilateral repair 80.9 ± 25.2 min. TEP in previous lower abdominal/suprapubic surgical scars was attempted in 17 (3.3%) patients, with only one requiring conversion. The intraoperative peritoneal breach was the most common documented complication (34.8%). Seroma was seen in 9.4% of patients. Seventeen patients required conversion (14 TAPP and 3 open). Recurrence was seen in 4 (0.7) patients. Conclusion TEP repair is an effective method of groin hernia repair and can be attempted in the majority of patients groin hernia, including patients with previous lower abdominal incisions.
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- Washim Firoz Khan
- Department of General Surgery, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India
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- Department of Surgical Disciplines, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Surgical Disciplines, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Surgical Disciplines, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Surgical Disciplines, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Surgical Disciplines, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Surgical Disciplines, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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He J, Xu YJ, Sun P, Wang J, Yang CG. The incidence and analysis of ipsilateral occult hernia in patients undergoing hernia repair: a single institution retrospective study of 1066 patients. BMC Surg 2021; 21:182. [PMID: 33827518 PMCID: PMC8028239 DOI: 10.1186/s12893-021-01181-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2020] [Accepted: 03/28/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Misdiagnosis or failure to intraoperatively detect occult hernia in the inguinal region can lead to the recurrence of postoperative hernia and the appearance of local pain symptoms, which affect the patient's quality of life and make it difficult to reperform hernia repair. METHODS This study included 1066 inguinal hernia patients who underwent surgical treatment at Shanghai Tongren Hospital between January 2016 and October 2018 to investigate ipsilateral occult hernia epidemiology, to analyze the characteristics of ipsilateral occult hernias with regards to patient age, gender, classification and anatomical site, and to explore the superiority and inferiority of the expert hernia surgeons/ non-expert hernia surgeons group and of operation methods in finding occult inguinal hernias. RESULTS The incidence of ipsilateral occult hernia in the surgical population was 8.26%. Ipsilateral occult hernia included indirect inguinal hernia, direct inguinal hernia, femoral hernia, obturator hernia, and spigelian hernia, among which the highest incidence was direct inguinal hernia (4.11%), followed by indirect inguinal hernia (2.45%). There was no difference in the incidence of ipsilateral occult hernia between males and females, but there were significant differences in the incidence of ipsilateral occult hernia, which decreased gradually with increasing age in patients younger than 70 years-old; there was no difference in incidence in patients over 70 years-old. There were significant differences in the incidence of ipsilateral occult hernia in the bilateral inguinal region between direct and femoral hernia, with the higher incidence found on the right side; in contrast, there was no difference in the incidence of indirect inguinal hernia in the bilateral inguinal region. There was no difference in the ability of experienced physicians to detect ipsilateral occult inguinal hernias, either professionally or by surgery. CONCLUSIONS Ipsilateral occult inguinal hernia has a higher incidence in patients with inguinal hernia, especially older patients; therefore, it is necessary for experienced surgeons to carefully detect for possible occult hernia during the operation and in elderly patients.
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- Jun He
- Department of General Surgery, Tongren Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 1111 XianXia Road, Shanghai, 200336, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Tongren Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 1111 XianXia Road, Shanghai, 200336, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Tongren Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 1111 XianXia Road, Shanghai, 200336, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Tongren Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 1111 XianXia Road, Shanghai, 200336, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Tongren Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 1111 XianXia Road, Shanghai, 200336, China.
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Totally Extraperitoneal Repair in Inguinal Hernia: More Than a Decade's Experience at a Tertiary Care Hospital. Surg Laparosc Endosc Percutan Tech 2020; 29:247-251. [PMID: 31135709 DOI: 10.1097/sle.0000000000000682] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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INTRODUCTION There are 2 standard techniques of laparoscopic groin hernia repair, totally extraperitoneal repair (TEP) and transabdominal preperitoneal repair (TAPP). TEP has the advantage that the peritoneal cavity is not breached but is, however, considered to be more difficult to master when compared with TAPP. We describe herein our experience of TEP repair of inguinal hernia over the last 14 years. MATERIALS AND METHODS This study is a retrospective analysis of a prospectively maintained database of all patients with groin hernia who underwent TEP repair in a single surgical unit between January 2004 and January 2018. Patients' demographic profile and hernia characteristics (duration, side, extent, content, and reducibility) were noted in the prestructured proforma. Clinical outcomes included the operation time, intraoperative and postoperative complications, length of postoperative hospital stay, hernia recurrence, chronic pain, recurrence, seroma, and wound infections. Long-term follow-up was carried out in the outpatient department. RESULTS Over the last 14 years, TEP repair was performed in 841 patients and a total of 1249 hernias were repaired. The mean age of patients was 50.7 years. There were 748 primary and 345 unilateral hernias. The majority were direct (61%) inguinal hernias. Telescopic dissection was the commonest method of space creation. The average operating time was 54.8 and 77.9 minutes for unilateral and bilateral hernias, respectively. With 81 conversions, the success rate for TEP was 93.5%. Seroma was the most common postoperative complication seen in 81 patients. The incidence of chronic groin pain was 1.4%. The follow-up ranged from 3 months to 10 years, and there were only 3 recurrences (<1%). CONCLUSION In conclusion, TEP repair is an excellent technique of laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair with acceptable complications after long-term follow-up.
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Imai Y, Hiramatsu M, Kobayashi T, Tsunematsu I, Emiko K, Sakane J, Suzuki Y. Comparing the Incidences of Occult Contralateral Hernia under Laparo-Endoscopic Techniques and of Contralateral Metachronous Hernia after a Unilateral Groin Hernia Repair in Open Technique. Am Surg 2019. [DOI: 10.1177/000313481908500228] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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The aim of this study was to evaluate the utility of immediate repair of a contralateral occult hernia at the same time as incipient hernia repair. A total of 693 patients were diagnosed preoperatively with a unilateral groin hernia from January 2006 to December 2017. The open technique was used for 541 patients, and the laparo-endoscopic technique was used for 152 patients. The incidences of occult contralateral hernia confirmed during surgery under laparo-endoscopic techniques and those of contralateral metachronous hernia after a unilateral groin hernia repair with open technique were compared. Fifty-one (9.4%) of 541 patients underwent a contralateral metachronous hernia repair after unilateral groin hernia repair. Twenty-three (15.1%) of 152 patients had occult contralateral hernias using laparo-endoscopic techniques. There was a significant difference in the incidence of contralateral metachronous hernia and that of occult contralateral hernia (P = 0.02). It is concluded that finding and repairing an occult contralateral hernia at the time of laparoendoscopic technique has the advantage of avoiding a second operation. However, it has been considered overtreatment to repair all patients with an occult contralateral hernia.
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- Yoshiro Imai
- From the Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Takatsuki Red Cross Hospital, Takatsuki, Japan
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- From the Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Takatsuki Red Cross Hospital, Takatsuki, Japan
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- From the Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Takatsuki Red Cross Hospital, Takatsuki, Japan
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- From the Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Takatsuki Red Cross Hospital, Takatsuki, Japan
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- From the Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Takatsuki Red Cross Hospital, Takatsuki, Japan
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- From the Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Takatsuki Red Cross Hospital, Takatsuki, Japan
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- From the Department of Gastroenterological Surgery, Takatsuki Red Cross Hospital, Takatsuki, Japan
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Schmidt L, Öberg S, Andresen K, Rosenberg J. Recurrence Rates After Repair of Inguinal Hernia in Women: A Systematic Review. JAMA Surg 2018; 153:1135-1142. [PMID: 30383113 DOI: 10.1001/jamasurg.2018.3102] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Importance To our knowledge, a systematic review has not yet been performed that specifically addresses the management of inguinal hernia in women. Recurrence after repair of inguinal hernia is not unusual in women and may be a previously undiagnosed femoral hernia, which is rarely seen in men. Objective To investigate rates and types of recurrences in women who had undergone repair of primary inguinal hernia. Evidence Review PubMed, Embase, and the Cochrane databases were searched in September 2017 for studies reporting recurrences after repair of primary inguinal hernia in women. Crude rates of recurrence (number of recurrences/number of women) were calculated after open and laparoscopic repairs, and the type of recurrent hernia was registered, if noted in the studies. This review is reported according to the PRISMA guideline. Findings A total of 55 studies were included, comprising 43 870 women (mean age, 42-69 years; median age, 57 years). Five studies were randomized clinical trials, 14 were prospective cohort studies, 7 were prospective database studies, and 29 were retrospective cohort studies. Twenty studies reported recurrence after laparoscopic repair, with a crude recurrence rate of 1.2% (27 of 2257) (range, 0%-5%) and a median follow-up of 24 months. Thirty-seven studies reported open repair, with a crude recurrence rate of 2.4% (818 of 33 971) (range, 0%-12.5%) and a median follow-up of 36 months. The crude recurrence rate in randomized clinical trials and prospective studies was 1.2% (18 of 1525) after laparoscopic repair compared with 4.9% (490 of 10 058) after open repair. The recurrent inguinal hernia was a femoral hernia in 203 of 496 patients (40.9%) after open repair, compared with 0% of patients after laparoscopic repair. Recurrence rates were similar when open mesh vs nonmesh techniques were used. Conclusions and Relevance Recurrence rates after repair of primary inguinal hernia in women are lower after laparoscopic repair compared with open repair. Intraoperative findings during repair of recurrent inguinal hernia are often femoral hernias in women.
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- Line Schmidt
- Center for Perioperative Optimization, Department of Surgery, Herlev Hospital, Herlev, Denmark
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- Center for Perioperative Optimization, Department of Surgery, Herlev Hospital, Herlev, Denmark
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- Center for Perioperative Optimization, Department of Surgery, Herlev Hospital, Herlev, Denmark
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- Center for Perioperative Optimization, Department of Surgery, Herlev Hospital, Herlev, Denmark
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INTRODUCTION Worldwide, more than 20 million patients undergo groin hernia repair annually. The many different approaches, treatment indications and a significant array of techniques for groin hernia repair warrant guidelines to standardize care, minimize complications, and improve results. The main goal of these guidelines is to improve patient outcomes, specifically to decrease recurrence rates and reduce chronic pain, the most frequent problems following groin hernia repair. They have been endorsed by all five continental hernia societies, the International Endo Hernia Society and the European Association for Endoscopic Surgery. METHODS An expert group of international surgeons (the HerniaSurge Group) and one anesthesiologist pain expert was formed. The group consisted of members from all continents with specific experience in hernia-related research. Care was taken to include surgeons who perform different types of repair and had preferably performed research on groin hernia surgery. During the Group's first meeting, evidence-based medicine (EBM) training occurred and 166 key questions (KQ) were formulated. EBM rules were followed in complete literature searches (including a complete search by The Dutch Cochrane database) to January 1, 2015 and to July 1, 2015 for level 1 publications. The articles were scored by teams of two or three according to Oxford, SIGN and Grade methodologies. During five 2-day meetings, results were discussed with the working group members leading to 136 statements and 88 recommendations. Recommendations were graded as "strong" (recommendations) or "weak" (suggestions) and by consensus in some cases upgraded. In the Results and summary section below, the term "should" refers to a recommendation. The AGREE II instrument was used to validate the guidelines. An external review was performed by three international experts. They recommended the guidelines with high scores. The risk factors for inguinal hernia (IH) include: family history, previous contra-lateral hernia, male gender, age, abnormal collagen metabolism, prostatectomy, and low body mass index. Peri-operative risk factors for recurrence include poor surgical techniques, low surgical volumes, surgical inexperience and local anesthesia. These should be considered when treating IH patients. IH diagnosis can be confirmed by physical examination alone in the vast majority of patients with appropriate signs and symptoms. Rarely, ultrasound is necessary. Less commonly still, a dynamic MRI or CT scan or herniography may be needed. The EHS classification system is suggested to stratify IH patients for tailored treatment, research and audit. Symptomatic groin hernias should be treated surgically. Asymptomatic or minimally symptomatic male IH patients may be managed with "watchful waiting" since their risk of hernia-related emergencies is low. The majority of these individuals will eventually require surgery; therefore, surgical risks and the watchful waiting strategy should be discussed with patients. Surgical treatment should be tailored to the surgeon's expertise, patient- and hernia-related characteristics and local/national resources. Furthermore, patient health-related, life style and social factors should all influence the shared decision-making process leading up to hernia management. Mesh repair is recommended as first choice, either by an open procedure or a laparo-endoscopic repair technique. One standard repair technique for all groin hernias does not exist. It is recommended that surgeons/surgical services provide both anterior and posterior approach options. Lichtenstein and laparo-endoscopic repair are best evaluated. Many other techniques need further evaluation. Provided that resources and expertise are available, laparo-endoscopic techniques have faster recovery times, lower chronic pain risk and are cost effective. There is discussion concerning laparo-endoscopic management of potential bilateral hernias (occult hernia issue). After patient consent, during TAPP, the contra-lateral side should be inspected. This is not suggested during unilateral TEP repair. After appropriate discussions with patients concerning results tissue repair (first choice is the Shouldice technique) can be offered. Day surgery is recommended for the majority of groin hernia repair provided aftercare is organized. Surgeons should be aware of the intrinsic characteristics of the meshes they use. Use of so-called low-weight mesh may have slight short-term benefits like reduced postoperative pain and shorter convalescence, but are not associated with better longer-term outcomes like recurrence and chronic pain. Mesh selection on weight alone is not recommended. The incidence of erosion seems higher with plug versus flat mesh. It is suggested not to use plug repair techniques. The use of other implants to replace the standard flat mesh in the Lichtenstein technique is currently not recommended. In almost all cases, mesh fixation in TEP is unnecessary. In both TEP and TAPP it is recommended to fix mesh in M3 hernias (large medial) to reduce recurrence risk. Antibiotic prophylaxis in average-risk patients in low-risk environments is not recommended in open surgery. In laparo-endoscopic repair it is never recommended. Local anesthesia in open repair has many advantages, and its use is recommended provided the surgeon is experienced in this technique. General anesthesia is suggested over regional in patients aged 65 and older as it might be associated with fewer complications like myocardial infarction, pneumonia and thromboembolism. Perioperative field blocks and/or subfascial/subcutaneous infiltrations are recommended in all cases of open repair. Patients are recommended to resume normal activities without restrictions as soon as they feel comfortable. Provided expertise is available, it is suggested that women with groin hernias undergo laparo-endoscopic repair in order to decrease the risk of chronic pain and avoid missing a femoral hernia. Watchful waiting is suggested in pregnant women as groin swelling most often consists of self-limited round ligament varicosities. Timely mesh repair by a laparo-endoscopic approach is suggested for femoral hernias provided expertise is available. All complications of groin hernia management are discussed in an extensive chapter on the topic. Overall, the incidence of clinically significant chronic pain is in the 10-12% range, decreasing over time. Debilitating chronic pain affecting normal daily activities or work ranges from 0.5 to 6%. Chronic postoperative inguinal pain (CPIP) is defined as bothersome moderate pain impacting daily activities lasting at least 3 months postoperatively and decreasing over time. CPIP risk factors include: young age, female gender, high preoperative pain, early high postoperative pain, recurrent hernia and open repair. For CPIP the focus should be on nerve recognition in open surgery and, in selected cases, prophylactic pragmatic nerve resection (planned resection is not suggested). It is suggested that CPIP management be performed by multi-disciplinary teams. It is also suggested that CPIP be managed by a combination of pharmacological and interventional measures and, if this is unsuccessful, followed by, in selected cases (triple) neurectomy and (in selected cases) mesh removal. For recurrent hernia after anterior repair, posterior repair is recommended. If recurrence occurs after a posterior repair, an anterior repair is recommended. After a failed anterior and posterior approach, management by a specialist hernia surgeon is recommended. Risk factors for hernia incarceration/strangulation include: female gender, femoral hernia and a history of hospitalization related to groin hernia. It is suggested that treatment of emergencies be tailored according to patient- and hernia-related factors, local expertise and resources. Learning curves vary between different techniques. Probably about 100 supervised laparo-endoscopic repairs are needed to achieve the same results as open mesh surgery like Lichtenstein. It is suggested that case load per surgeon is more important than center volume. It is recommended that minimum requirements be developed to certify individuals as expert hernia surgeon. The same is true for the designation "Hernia Center". From a cost-effectiveness perspective, day-case laparoscopic IH repair with minimal use of disposables is recommended. The development and implementation of national groin hernia registries in every country (or region, in the case of small country populations) is suggested. They should include patient follow-up data and account for local healthcare structures. A dissemination and implementation plan of the guidelines will be developed by global (HerniaSurge), regional (international societies) and local (national chapters) initiatives through internet websites, social media and smartphone apps. An overarching plan to improve access to safe IH surgery in low-resource settings (LRSs) is needed. It is suggested that this plan contains simple guidelines and a sustainability strategy, independent of international aid. It is suggested that in LRSs the focus be on performing high-volume Lichtenstein repair under local anesthesia using low-cost mesh. Three chapters discuss future research, guidelines for general practitioners and guidelines for patients. CONCLUSIONS The HerniaSurge Group has developed these extensive and inclusive guidelines for the management of adult groin hernia patients. It is hoped that they will lead to better outcomes for groin hernia patients wherever they live. More knowledge, better training, national audit and specialization in groin hernia management will standardize care for these patients, lead to more effective and efficient healthcare and provide direction for future research.
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Langenbach MR, Berengolts A. Chronic Pain after Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair Depends on Mesh Implant Features: A Clinical Randomised Trial. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2017. [DOI: 10.17352/ojpm.000004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND Laparoendoscopic single-site surgery (LESS) offers cosmetic benefits and may represent further progress towards reducing the invasiveness of surgical interventions. We report our initial experience with LESS totally extraperitoneal (TEP) inguinal herniorrhaphy. MATERIALS AND METHODS Beginning March 2009, we transitioned from a multiport laparoscopic TEP (MLH) technique to a single-incision TEP (SITE) technique. The first 52 consecutive patients who underwent SITE at our institution were compared with the preceding 52 MLH repairs. RESULTS Of the first 52 patients undergoing SITE, there were no conversions to either open or multiport surgery. The mean operative time for the SITE cases did not differ significantly from that of MLH. Complications were equivalent between the 2 groups and included postoperative seroma and urinary retention. CONCLUSIONS Transitioning from MLH to SITE was readily accomplished without significantly altering operative time or morbidity.
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- Danny A Sherwinter
- Maimonides Medical Center, Division of Minimally Invasive Surgery, 948 48th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11219, USA.
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Patient satisfaction, hernia recurrence rate, and chronic pain 10 years after endoscopic total extraperitoneal inguinal hernia repair. Surg Laparosc Endosc Percutan Tech 2011; 19:405-9. [PMID: 19851272 DOI: 10.1097/sle.0b013e3181bb1bce] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Long-term outcome data after total endoscopic preperitoneal hernia repair are scarce. This study reports the 10-year results after endoscopic total extraperitoneal hernia repair in terms of recurrence rates and various patient-orientated indicators of quality of life. METHODS Between July 1995 and April 2000, 107 consecutive patients underwent endoscopic total extraperitoneal inguinal hernia repair. The follow-up assessment between December 2007 and June 2008 included a clinical examination and a patient questionnaire. RESULTS Sixty-three patients (64.3%) with 108 hernias attended follow-up, an average of 115.7 months (range 91 to 148 mo) after the index operation. The incidence of recurrence was 2.8%, of chronic pain 15.9%, and of foreign body sensation 33.3%. Patient satisfaction measured on the Visual Analogue Scale was high with a median of 9.6 (range 0.3 to 10). CONCLUSIONS Endoscopic total extraperitoneal hernia repair is a safe and effective procedure with excellent long-term results and an extremely high rate of patient satisfaction.
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Technical Tips Following More Than 2000 Transabdominal Preperitoneal (TAPP) Repair of the Groin Hernia. Surg Laparosc Endosc Percutan Tech 2010; 20:384-8. [DOI: 10.1097/sle.0b013e3182006845] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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