Surgical endoscopy
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study
Comparison of laparoscopic and open repair of incisional and primary ventral hernia: results of a prospective randomized study.
Incisional hernia is an important complication of abdominal surgery. Its repair has progressed from a primary suture repair to various mesh repairs and laparoscopic repair. Laparoscopic mesh repair is a promising alternative, and in the absence of consensus, needs prospective randomized controlled trials. ⋯ Laparoscopic repair of incisional and ventral hernias is superior to open mesh repair in terms of significantly less blood loss, fewer complications, shorter hospital stay, and excellent cosmetic outcome.