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The goal of this study was to determine if ventral hernia defect length, width, or area predict postoperative pain and quality of life following ventral hernia repair (VHR).The International Hernia Mesh Registry, a prospective database from 40 institutions worldwide, was queried for patients undergoing VHR from October 2007 to June 2012. Laparoscopic and open VHR were evaluated separately. Width and...
Background Incisional hernia is a common complication following abdominal surgery. Although the use of prosthetics has decreased recurrence rates, the standard open approach is still unsatisfactory. Laparoscopic techniques are an attempt to provide similar outcomes with the advantages of minimally invasive surgery. Methods Open randomized controlled clinical trial with follow-up at 1, 2, 3, 7, and...
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