Abstract
Background: In this long-term retrospective study, a laparoscopic technique was used for incisional hernia repair. Methods: Over a 6-year period, we performed laparoscopic repairs with prosthetic mesh in 159 patients suffering from incisional hernia. Morbidity factors were noted and operative data were collected. In addition, early and long-term complications and recurrences were analyzed. Results: There were no deaths as a result of the procedure. In 21 patients (13.8%), the operation was converted to an open procedure. Small bowel perforation occurred in three patients (1.9%). Mean hospital stay was 3.5 days. Early complications occurred in 61 patients (44%). The mean follow- up time was 49 months. There were no infections of the prosthetic mesh. Residual abdominal pain was reported in 31 patients (26%). Bowel obstructions requiring resection were found in two patients (1%), and hernia recurrence was observed in 19 patients (15.7%). Conclusions: Laparoscopic herniorraphy is a promising technique with all the advantages of minimal-invasive surgery. Nevertheless, close attention needs to be paid to the choice of the hernia and mesh size and to the fixing of the mesh.
Similar content being viewed by others
Author information
Authors and Affiliations
Rights and permissions
About this article
Cite this article
Bageacu, S., Blanc, P., Breton, C. et al. Laparoscopic repair of incisional hernia. Surg Endosc 16, 345–348 (2002). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-001-0018-2
Received:
Accepted:
Published:
Issue Date:
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00464-001-0018-2