Abstract
Background
A modified forgotten technique for repairing large incisional hernias is described together with its long-term results in 19 patients. A synthetic mesh with 1-cm wide spokes radiating from the mesh is placed preperitioneally, overlapping the fascial defect. The spokes are pulled through rectus sheaths and muscle and sutured ventrally, thereby creating a solid reconstruction withstanding shrinking of the mesh.
Method
Nineteen patients were operated on (13 primary incisional hernia, minimal fascial defect 10 cm). Notes on patients were reviewed, and the patients were contacted for follow-up examination.
Results
No major complications occurred. After a median of 49 months, 17 patients were reviewed at the outpatient clinic. Two possible recurrences were detected, of which one was operated on. This proved to be bulging of the mesh, resulting in a recurrence of 1 out of 17 (6%).
Conclusion
From these results, it is concluded that Gallie’s technique using synthetic mesh is a safe and effective repair for incisional hernia and deserves more attention, especially for large fascial defects.
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Heisterkamp, J., den Hoed, P.T., Kluin, J. et al. Long-term results after modified Gallie technique for incisional hernia repair: Results in 19 patients. Hernia 9, 12–15 (2005). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10029-004-0264-z
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