Danish medical journal
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Ventral hernia repairs are among the most frequently performed surgical procedures. The variations of repair techniques are multiple and outcome has been unacceptable. Despite the high volume, it has been difficult to obtain sufficient data to provide evidence for best practice. ⋯ Based predominantly on nationwide data, the present thesis has accomplished pioneering results on outcome from ventral hernia repairs. The results have inspired to increased research and the development of other ventral hernia databases, as well as pointed out a number of risk factors for poor outcome and future challenges in ventral hernia surgery. DVHD and similar registers have a huge potential and can serve as an essential and important platform for further improvement of ventral hernia surgery in the future.