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Sigmoid colonic fistula secondary to Perfix-plug, left inguinal hernia repair

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The “plug and patch” mesh herniorrhaphy has become a popular option for inguinal hernia repair. Previous reports have documented several complications with some regularity. This case presents an additional complication and offers suggestions as to why this complication and others might occur.

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  1. Department of Surgery, William Beaumont Hospital-Troy, 44199 Dequindre, Troy, MI, 48098, USA

    J. W. Murphy & D. C. Misra

  2. Department of Pathology, William Beaumont Hospital-Troy, 44199 Dequindre, Troy, MI, 48098, USA

    B. Silverglide

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Murphy, J.W., Misra, D.C. & Silverglide, B. Sigmoid colonic fistula secondary to Perfix-plug, left inguinal hernia repair. Hernia 10, 436–438 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10029-006-0113-3

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