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Matovu A, Löfgren J, Wladis A, Nordin P, Sandblom G, Pettersson HJ. Incidence of groin hernia repairs in women and parity: a population-based cohort study among women born in Sweden between 1956 and 1983. Hernia 2024; 28:1231-1238. [PMID: 38520614 PMCID: PMC11296966 DOI: 10.1007/s10029-024-03011-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2023] [Accepted: 03/03/2024] [Indexed: 03/25/2024]
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INTRODUCTION The aim of this study was to evaluate the association between parity and the incidence rate of groin hernia repair in women. METHOD This study was based on two Swedish national registers, the Medical Birth Register (MBR), and the Swedish Hernia Register (SHR). The cohort constituted of women born between 1956 and 1983. Data on vaginal and cesarean deliveries were retrieved from the MBR. The birth and hernia registers were cross matched to identify hernia repairs carried out after deliveries. RESULTS A total of 1,535,379 women were born between 1956 and 1983. Among these, 1,417,237 (92.3%) were registered for at least one birth. The incidence rate for Inguinal Hernia Repair (IHR) and Femoral Hernia Repair (FHR) was 10.7 per 100,000 person-year and 2.6 per 100,000 person-year, respectively. Compared with women registered for one delivery, the incidence rate ratio for IHR was 1.31 (95% Confidence Interval: 1.23-1.40) among women registered for two deliveries, 1.70 (1.58-1.82) among women registered for ≥ 3 deliveries. Additionally, the incidence rate ratios were higher 1.30 (1.14-1.49) and 1.70 (1.49-1.95) for FHR among women with two and ≥ 3 registered deliveries, respectively. CONCLUSION In the present cohort, higher parity was associated with a higher incidence of inguinal as well as FHRs.
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- A Matovu
- Mubende Regional Referral Hospital, Plot 6, Kakumiro Road, P.O. Box 4, Mubende, Uganda.
- Department of Molecular Medicine and Surgery, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden.
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- Department of Molecular Medicine and Surgery, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Linköping University, Linköping, Sweden
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- Department of Surgical and Perioperative Sciences/Surgery, Umeå University, Umeå, Sweden
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- Department of Surgery, Södersjukhuset, Stockholm, Sweden
- Department of Clinical Science and Education Södersjukhuset, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Clinical Science and Education Södersjukhuset, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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Yang G, Tung KLM, Tumtavitikul S, Li MKW. A new groin hernia classification with clinical relevance. Hernia 2024; 28:1169-1179. [PMID: 38662243 DOI: 10.1007/s10029-024-03000-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2023] [Accepted: 02/20/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Groin hernia is one of the most commonly managed surgical diseases around the world. The typical question asked by patients is "Does my hernia require urgent surgery?". The currently available classifications are insufficient to stratify patients into different groups. We propose a new classification that incorporates diverse clinical elements together with anatomical and other vital information, which allows us to stratify patients into different groups. METHOD A task force was formed by the Hong Kong Hernia Society, working with international expert hernia surgeons. The framework of the classification system was formulated. Clinical elements that are important in groin disease stratification were identified. A comprehensive literature review was conducted using PubMed. Those which dictate the severity of the disease were selected and compiled to form the new proposed classification. Application of this classification model to a single hernia surgeon's registry in The Hong Kong Adventist Hospital Hernia Centre was done for initial evaluation. RESULT This new classification incorporates important clinical characteristics forming a total of nine grades of differentiation, together with the anatomical details and special information. This comprehensive system allows the stratification of patients into different groups based on disease severity. It also enables more accurate data collection for future audits, comparisons of disease progression over time, and the effect of different management strategies for different-stage patients. CONCLUSION This is the first classification system which incorporates essential clinical parameters, which allows the stratification of groin hernia into different stages. Further studies and validation should be performed to evaluate the usefulness and value of this classification in groin hernia management.
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- George Yang
- Hong Kong Adventist Hospital, Stubbs Road, Hong Kong, China.
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- Hong Kong Sanatorium & Hospital, 2 Village Road, Happy valley, Hong Kong, China
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Wang SH, Lee CY, Hsieh WC, Yen JB, Tseng IM, Wong CH, Ho DR. Tailored treatment of female indirect inguinal hernias by using single-port laparoscopic percutaneous internal ring suture: a comparison between children and adults. Hernia 2024; 28:1365-1372. [PMID: 38775981 PMCID: PMC11297084 DOI: 10.1007/s10029-024-03055-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2023] [Accepted: 04/18/2024] [Indexed: 08/03/2024]
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PURPOSE To compare the outcome of indirect inguinal hernias repaired by using single-port laparoscopic percutaneous internal ring suture (SPIRS) between the pediatric and adult females. METHODS The medical records of females who were clinically assessed to have inguinal hernia from Oct. 2016 to May 2022 were reviewed. Patients who received laparoscopy for the diagnosis of the hernia type and customized treatment according to their hernia type were included, while those who chose other operation methods initially were excluded. The patients were divided into the adult and pediatric groups based on their age. The demographic characteristics, hernia types, operation durations, and outcomes were analyzed between these two groups. RESULTS A total of 65 adults and 60 children were included in this study. The median age was 38 years. (range: 23-88) for group A and 3 years (range: 0.1-16) for group P. Indirect hernias were present in 85% of adults and 100% of children. All the indirect hernias were repaired by SPIRS uneventfully. Incidence of contralateral patent processus vaginalis was 24% in adults and 50% in children (p = 0.016). The average operation time was 22/46 min (one/two sides) for the adults and 9/15 min (one/two sides) for the pediatrics (p < 0.010 for both). The overall complication rates were 5.4% and 3.3% for the adult and pediatric group respectively (p = 0.106). No recurrence was observed in the pediatric group, but two adults experienced recurrence and another had chronic postoperative inguinal pain, necessitating reoperation. The mean follow-up period was 38.6 ± 15.4 months for adults and 42.8 ± 18.9 months for children (p = 0.198). CONCLUSION Our results support that the pathogenesis of indirect inguinal hernia for the female adults is due to the non-obliteration of a congenital processus vaginalis. Tailored treatment of the female IIH by using single-port laparoscopic percutaneous internal ring suture may be an alternative for the management of female IHs.
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- S-H Wang
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Chang-Gung Memorial Hospital, Chiayi, 61363, Taiwan
- School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Chang-Gung University, 333, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Chang-Gung Memorial Hospital, Chiayi, 61363, Taiwan
- Department of Nursing, Chang-Gung University of Science and Technology, Chiayi Campus, Chiayi, 61363, Taiwan
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- Department of Rehabilitation, Chang-Gung Memorial Hospital, Chiayi, 61363, Taiwan
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- Department of Pediatrics, Chang-Gung Memorial Hospital, Chiayi, 61363, Taiwan
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- Department of Surgery, Chang-Gung Memorial Hospital, Chiayi, 61363, Taiwan
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Chang-Gung Memorial Hospital, Chiayi, 61363, Taiwan.
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- School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Chang-Gung University, 333, Taoyuan, Taiwan.
- School of Medicine, National Tsing Hua University, Hsinchu, 300044, Taiwan.
- Department of Urology, Chang-Gung Memorial Hospital, Chiayi, 61363, Taiwan.
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Reistrup H, Andresen K, Öberg S, Rosenberg J. Higher rate of chronic pain in young men after open mesh vs nonmesh repair of elective primary unilateral indirect inguinal hernia: A nationwide questionnaire study. Curr Probl Surg 2024; 61:101459. [PMID: 38548427 DOI: 10.1016/j.cpsurg.2024.101459] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2023] [Revised: 02/13/2024] [Accepted: 02/16/2024] [Indexed: 04/02/2024]
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- Hugin Reistrup
- Center for Perioperative Optimization, Department of Surgery, Herlev Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Center for Perioperative Optimization, Department of Surgery, Herlev Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Center for Perioperative Optimization, Department of Surgery, Herlev Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Center for Perioperative Optimization, Department of Surgery, Herlev Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark.
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Glorieux R, Van Aerde M, Vissers S, Fieuws S, De Groof P, Miserez M. Incidence and risk factors of metachronous contralateral inguinal hernia development up to 25 years after unilateral inguinal hernia repair: a single-centre retrospective cohort study. Surg Endosc 2024; 38:1170-1179. [PMID: 38082014 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-023-10606-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2023] [Accepted: 11/17/2023] [Indexed: 02/23/2024]
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BACKGROUND Patients undergoing unilateral inguinal hernia repair (IHR) are at risk of metachronous contralateral inguinal hernia (MCIH) development. We evaluated incidence and risk factors of MCIH development up to 25 years after unilateral IHR to determine possible indications for concomitant prophylactic surgery of the contralateral groin at the time of primary surgery. METHODS Patients between 18 and 70 years of age undergoing elective unilateral IHR in the University Hospital of Leuven from 1995 to 1999 were studied retrospectively using the electronic health records and prospectively via phone calls. Study aims were MCIH incidence and risk factor determination. Kaplan-Meier curves were constructed and univariable and multivariable Cox regressions were performed. RESULTS 758 patients were included (91% male, median age 53 years). Median follow-up time was 21.75 years. The incidence of operated MCIH after 5 years was 5.6%, after 15 years 16.1%, and after 25 years 24.7%. The incidence of both operated and non-operated MCIH after 5 years was 5.9%, after 15 years 16.7%, and after 25 years 29.0%. MCIH risk increased with older age and decreased in primary right-sided IHR and higher BMI at primary surgery. CONCLUSION The overall incidence of MCIH after 25-year follow-up is 29.0%. Potential risk factors for the development of a MCIH are primary left-sided inguinal hernia repair, lower BMI, and older age. When considering prophylactic repair, we suggest a patient-specific approach taking into account these risk factors, the surgical approach and the risk factors for chronic postoperative inguinal pain.
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- Robin Glorieux
- Department of Abdominal Surgery, University Hospital Leuven, Herestraat 49, 3000, Leuven, Belgium.
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- Department of Abdominal Surgery, University Hospital Leuven, Herestraat 49, 3000, Leuven, Belgium
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- Department of Abdominal Surgery, University Hospital Leuven, Herestraat 49, 3000, Leuven, Belgium
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- Interuniversity Institute for Biostatistics and Statistical Bioinformatics, KU Leuven - University of Leuven, 3000, Leuven, Belgium
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- Department of Abdominal Surgery, University Hospital Leuven, Herestraat 49, 3000, Leuven, Belgium
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- Department of Abdominal Surgery, University Hospital Leuven, Herestraat 49, 3000, Leuven, Belgium
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Tanyel FC. Obliteration of the Processus Vaginalis After Testicular Descent. Balkan Med J 2024; 41:89-96. [PMID: 38270075 PMCID: PMC10913120 DOI: 10.4274/balkanmedj.galenos.2024.2023-12-111] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2023] [Accepted: 01/09/2024] [Indexed: 03/02/2024] Open
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The testis develops in the abdominal cavity and descends into the scrotum. Although numerous theories have been proposed, the mechanism of descent and the reason for its inhibition remain unknown. Furthermore, none of the explanations account for the other occurrences related to the descent, such as failed obliteration of the processus vaginalis, or the reasons for the decrease in fertility and increase in the risk of malignancy associated with an undescended testis. The gubernaculum is a primitive mesenchymal tissue that was first described in 1786. However, the role of the gubernaculum in the descent process remains obscure. The testis descends through the processus vaginalis. Although the processus vaginalis (PV) is usually defined as a simple peritoneal protrusion, it actively develops into the gubernaculum. The gubernaculum gives rise to the smooth muscles that surround the processus vaginalis. The striated cremaster muscle (CM) is also derived from the gubernaculum. Because the testis descends through the processus vaginalis, the muscles develop to propel the testis. After propelling the testis, the smooth muscle (SM) undergoes programmed cell death. The initiation of programmed cell death through the intrinsic pathway requires activation of phospholipase C. A transient shift in the autonomic balance via a decrease in the sympathetic tonus and an increase in the parasympathetic tonus is essential for initiating this programmed cell death. Programmed cell death in the SM is the physiological pathway for the obliteration of the processus vaginalis. Differences in the timing, intensity, or duration of this physiological pathway result in pathological conditions. A shift before testicular descent diminishes the SM content that is required to propel the testis, and thus inhibits descent. The early shift persists throughout childhood and results in the decrease in fertility and increase in the risk of malignancy because of the differences in signal transduction. Despite a successful descent, persistence of the shift alters the contractility of the CM by increasing the cytosolic calcium levels. Contracted CMs retracts or even ascends the testis. Inadequate intensity or duration of the shift of autonomic tonus causes failure of the programmed cell death. Persistence of the SM hinders the obliteration of PV and gives rise to hydroceles or inguinal hernias depending on the amount of residual smooth muscles. Similar findings from different countries support these explanations. Thus, our proposed mechanism satisfactorily explains the process of descent while considering all the factors related to the process of testicular descent.
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Hegelund ER, Mehta AJ, Andersen ZJ, Lim YH, Loft S, Brunekreef B, Hoek G, de Hoogh K, Mortensen LH. Air pollution and human health: a phenome-wide association study. BMJ Open 2024; 14:e081351. [PMID: 38423777 PMCID: PMC10910582 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-081351] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2023] [Accepted: 02/19/2024] [Indexed: 03/02/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVES To explore the associations of long-term exposure to air pollution with onset of all human health conditions. DESIGN Prospective phenome-wide association study. SETTING Denmark. PARTICIPANTS All Danish residents aged ≥30 years on 1 January 2000 were included (N=3 323 612). After exclusion of individuals with missing geocoded residential addresses, 3 111 988 participants were available for the statistical analyses. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE First registered diagnosis of every health condition according to the International Classification of Diseases, 10th revision, from 2000 to 2017. RESULTS Long-term exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) and nitrogen dioxide (NO2) were both positively associated with the onset of more than 700 health conditions (ie, >80% of the registered health conditions) after correction for multiple testing, while the remaining associations were inverse or insignificant. As regards the most common health conditions, PM2.5 and NO2 were strongest positively associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (PM2.5: HR 1.06 (95% CI 1.05 to 1.07) per 1 IQR increase in exposure level; NO2: 1.14 (95% CI 1.12 to 1.15)), type 2 diabetes (PM2.5: 1.06 (95% CI 1.05 to 1.06); NO2: 1.12 (95% CI 1.10 to 1.13)) and ischaemic heart disease (PM2.5: 1.05 (95% CI 1.04 to 1.05); NO2: 1.11 (95% CI 1.09 to 1.12)). Furthermore, PM2.5 and NO2 were both positively associated with so far unexplored, but highly prevalent outcomes relevant to public health, including senile cataract, hearing loss and urinary tract infection. CONCLUSIONS The findings of this study suggest that air pollution has a more extensive impact on human health than previously known. However, as this study is the first of its kind to investigate the associations of long-term exposure to air pollution with onset of all human health conditions, further research is needed to replicate the study findings.
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- Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute, Allschwil, Switzerland
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Ozawa Y, Aoki K, Koike S, Gozu S, Yokoyama T, Yamada M, Odagaki Y, Hisatome Y, Sakamoto H, Yoshioka K. Inguinal hernia leads to worse immediate urinary continence after robot-assisted radical prostatectomy. J Robot Surg 2024; 18:25. [PMID: 38217741 DOI: 10.1007/s11701-023-01780-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2023] [Accepted: 12/10/2023] [Indexed: 01/15/2024]
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OBJECTIVES Patients with inguinal hernia (IH) may have voiding dysfunction and weak urethra-stabilizing periurethral fascial tissues, contributing to urinary incontinence. This study aimed to review the association between IH and urinary continence after robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP). METHODS This single-institution retrospective study included 251 consecutive cases of RARP between April 2019 and June 2022. Patients with concurrent IH or a history of adult IH repair were examined. The urine loss rate (ULR), defined as 24-h urine loss volume divided by the total urine volume immediately after urinary catheter removal (i.e., 6 or 7 postoperative days), was compared between the groups with (n = 33) and without IH (n = 214). Possible contributing factors for ULR were assessed, including age, body mass index (BMI), after benign prostatic hyperplasia surgery, prostate weight, and nerve-sparing. ULR was compared intergroup after propensity score matching countering selection biases. RESULTS Patients with IH were older (71.3 versus. 66.8 years, p < 0.01), had lower BMI (22.8 versus. 24.3, p < 0.01), and had higher ULR (14.5% versus. 5.1%, p < 0.01). In a multiple linear regression analysis (adjusted R2 = 0.084), IH (p < 0.01) was an independent contributing factor for ULR besides advancing age (p < 0.03). After propensity score matching adjusted for patient's age and nerve-sparing, patients with IH had higher ULR (14.1% versus. 5.7%, p < 0.03) as well. CONCLUSIONS This study first reported that IH may be one of the risk factors of urinary incontinence after RARP.
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- Yu Ozawa
- Department of Urology, Itabashi Chuo Medical Center, 2-12-7 Azusawa, Itabashi, Tokyo, 174-0051, Japan.
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- Department of Urology, Itabashi Chuo Medical Center, 2-12-7 Azusawa, Itabashi, Tokyo, 174-0051, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Itabashi Chuo Medical Center, 2-12-7 Azusawa, Itabashi, Tokyo, 174-0051, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Itabashi Chuo Medical Center, 2-12-7 Azusawa, Itabashi, Tokyo, 174-0051, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Itabashi Chuo Medical Center, 2-12-7 Azusawa, Itabashi, Tokyo, 174-0051, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Itabashi Chuo Medical Center, 2-12-7 Azusawa, Itabashi, Tokyo, 174-0051, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Itabashi Chuo Medical Center, 2-12-7 Azusawa, Itabashi, Tokyo, 174-0051, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Itabashi Chuo Medical Center, 2-12-7 Azusawa, Itabashi, Tokyo, 174-0051, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Itabashi Chuo Medical Center, 2-12-7 Azusawa, Itabashi, Tokyo, 174-0051, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Itabashi Chuo Medical Center, 2-12-7 Azusawa, Itabashi, Tokyo, 174-0051, Japan
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Dokania MK, Ankur A, Agarwal N, Jain A, Anshu A, Singh RAK. Comparison of Perioperative Complication Rates of Total Extraperitoneal and Transabdominal Preperitoneal Repairs in Primary Inguinal Hernia. JOURNAL OF THE WEST AFRICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS 2024; 14:69-75. [PMID: 38486649 PMCID: PMC10936899 DOI: 10.4103/jwas.jwas_76_23] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2023] [Accepted: 07/21/2023] [Indexed: 03/17/2024]
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Background Hernia may be defined as a protrusion of viscus through layers anatomically designed to contain that viscus. Most abdominal hernias occur at well-described sites of potential weakness. Repair of inguinal hernia is one of the most common operations in general surgery. Objectives: To compare the perioperative complication rates of total extraperitoneal (TEP) and transabdominal preperitoneal (TAPP) repairs of primary inguinal hernias. Materials and Methods It is a randomised comparative study, conducted at the department of general surgery. A total of 50 patients were included and divided into two groups with 25 in each. Group A represents the laparoscopic TEP repair and group B represents the laparoscopic TAPP repair. Patients above 18 years with primary unilateral inguinal hernia were included. Patients having complicated inguinal hernia and history of previous abdominal surgery were excluded. Results We observed that hernia occurrence is more common in the 31-50 years of age group and right-sided hernia is more common. Scrotal oedema and conversion to open surgery chances are similar in both TEP and TAPP groups. The duration of surgery in TEP is significantly higher as compared to TAPP. Patients who underwent TEP experienced less pain as compared to TAPP as per visual analogue scale. Postoperative hospital stay and time taken to resume the routine activity were significantly less in case of TEP. Conclusion TEP is preferred over TAPP for laparoscopic hernia repair because it preserves the peritoneal integrity and has lesser postoperative pain. The early recovery and return to the routine work were seen with the patient treated with the TEP and also showed better visual analogue score than the TAPP repair group.
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- Department of Surgery, ABVIMS & Dr RML Hospital, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Surgery, ABVIMS & Dr RML Hospital, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Surgery, ABVIMS & Dr RML Hospital, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Surgery, ABVIMS & Dr RML Hospital, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Surgery, ABVIMS & Dr RML Hospital, New Delhi, India
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Öberg S, Sæter AH, Rosenberg J. The inheritance of groin hernias: an updated systematic review with meta-analyses. Hernia 2023; 27:1339-1350. [PMID: 36443569 DOI: 10.1007/s10029-022-02718-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2022] [Accepted: 11/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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PURPOSE The aim of this systematic review was to assess the inheritance of groin hernias. METHODS The primary outcome was to assess the inheritance based on the family history of groin hernias. We included studies that reported family history in patients with groin hernias, assessed the development of groin hernias in patients with a positive family history, or assessed the development of groin hernias in twins. Searches were conducted in PubMed, EMBASE, and Cochrane CENTRAL in November 2021. Results were synthesized narratively and with meta-analyses. RESULTS Twenty-two studies with unique participants were included. While two twin studies did not show convincing results of a genetic origin in children, database studies with low risk of bias showed that a positive history in parents or siblings increased the risk of inguinal hernia in children, and the risk was highest between mothers and daughters and between sisters. In adults, patients with inguinal hernia had higher odds of having a positive family history compared with patients without groin hernia (odds ratio 5.3, 95% confidence interval 3.3-8.7), and a nationwide study found the highest risk of inguinal hernia repair when a sister had been repaired compared with a brother. This study also found that having a sibling repaired for a groin hernia increased the risk of femoral hernia repair. CONCLUSION Despite studies being heterogeneous, there is overwhelming evidence that a positive family history is a risk factor for developing inguinal hernia in both children and adults, seemingly with a pronounced female-female inheritance pattern.
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- S Öberg
- Center for Perioperative Optimization, Department of Surgery, Herlev and Gentofte Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark.
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- Center for Perioperative Optimization, Department of Surgery, Herlev and Gentofte Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Center for Perioperative Optimization, Department of Surgery, Herlev and Gentofte Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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Park CL, Chan PH, Prentice HA, Sucher K, Brill ER, Paxton EW, Laxa B. Risk factors for reoperation following inguinal hernia repair: results from a cohort of patients from an integrated healthcare system. Hernia 2023; 27:1515-1524. [PMID: 38007413 DOI: 10.1007/s10029-023-02922-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2023] [Accepted: 10/27/2023] [Indexed: 11/27/2023]
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PURPOSE Inguinal hernia repair is one of the most common operations performed globally. Identification of risk factors that contribute to hernia recurrence following an index inguinal hernia repair, especially those that are modifiable, is of paramount importance. Therefore, we sought to investigate risk factors for reoperation following index inguinal hernia repair. METHODS 125,133 patients aged ≥ 18 years who underwent their first inguinal hernia repair with mesh within a large US integrated healthcare system were identified for a cohort study (2010-2020). Laparoscopic, robotic, and open procedures were included. The system's integrated electronic health record was used to obtain data on demographics, patient characteristics, surgical characteristics, and reoperations. The association of these characteristics with ipsilateral reoperation during follow-up was modeled using Cox proportional-hazards regression. Risk factors were selected into the final model by stepwise regression with Akaike Information Criteria, which quantifies the amount of information lost if a factor is left out of the model. Factors associated with reoperation with p < 0.05 were considered statistically significant. RESULTS The cumulative incidence of reoperation at 5-year follow-up was 2.4% (95% CI 2.3-2.5). Increasing age, female gender, increasing body mass index, White race, chronic pulmonary disease, diabetes, drug abuse, peripheral vascular disease, and bilateral procedures all associated with a higher risk for reoperation during follow-up. CONCLUSION This study identifies several risk factors associated with reoperation following inguinal hernia repair. These risk factors may serve as targets for optimization protocols prior to elective inguinal hernia repair, with the goal of reducing reoperation risk.
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- Cheryl L Park
- Department of General Surgery, Southern California Permanente Medical Group, 5601 De Soto Ave, Woodland Hills, CA, 91367, USA.
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- Medical Device Surveillance and Assessment, Kaiser Permanente, San Diego, CA, USA
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- Medical Device Surveillance and Assessment, Kaiser Permanente, San Diego, CA, USA
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- Medical Device Surveillance and Assessment, Kaiser Permanente, San Diego, CA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, The Permanente Medical Group, Santa Clara, CA, USA
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- Medical Device Surveillance and Assessment, Kaiser Permanente, San Diego, CA, USA
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- Department of General Surgery, Southern California Permanente Medical Group, Downey, CA, USA
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Papamichail S, Karlafti E, Malliou P, Zatagias A, Ioannidis A, Netta S, Panidis S, Paramythiotis D. A Rare Case of a Direct Incarcerated Inguinal Hernia Containing an Epiploic Appendage and a Literature Review. Sultan Qaboos Univ Med J 2023; 23:547-550. [PMID: 38090244 PMCID: PMC10712395 DOI: 10.18295/squmj.12.2022.072] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2022] [Revised: 10/07/2022] [Accepted: 10/24/2022] [Indexed: 12/18/2023] Open
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Inguinal hernias are a widespread condition, responsible for a large number of acute abdomen cases. Typically, indirect, rather than direct, hernias lead to complications, as a consequence of their narrower hernial defect. We report a 71-year-old male patient with a rather rare incidence of a direct incarcerated hernia who presented with acute pain in the left inguinal area at a university general hospital in Thessaloniki, Greece, in 2017. Upon clinical examination, an irreducible inguinal mass was palpated. Therefore, the existence of a complicated hernia was suspected. The patient underwent an emergency repair, during which it was established that the hernia was direct and incarcerated and that its sac contained an ischaemic epiploic appendage. The hernia was successfully repaired with mesh, the patient recovered uneventfully and was discharged five days later. Despite the rarity of complicated direct inguinal hernias, they should always be included in the differential diagnosis of irreducible groin masses as they can increase severe complications.
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- Stella Papamichail
- 1st Propaedeutic Surgical Department, University Hospital of Thessaloniki AHEPA, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Emergency Department, University Hospital of Thessaloniki AHEPA, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- 1st Propaedeutic Surgical Department, University Hospital of Thessaloniki AHEPA, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- 1st Propaedeutic Surgical Department, University Hospital of Thessaloniki AHEPA, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- 1st Propaedeutic Surgical Department, University Hospital of Thessaloniki AHEPA, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- 1st Propaedeutic Surgical Department, University Hospital of Thessaloniki AHEPA, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- 1st Propaedeutic Surgical Department, University Hospital of Thessaloniki AHEPA, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- 1st Propaedeutic Surgical Department, University Hospital of Thessaloniki AHEPA, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Agarwal D, Sinyard RD, Ott L, Reinhorn M. Primary Tissue Repair for Inguinal Hernias: The Shouldice Repair Technique and Patient Selection. Surg Clin North Am 2023; 103:859-873. [PMID: 37709392 DOI: 10.1016/j.suc.2023.04.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/16/2023]
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It is estimated that approximately one in four men and one in 20 women will develop an inguinal hernia over the course of their lifetime. A non-mesh inguinal hernia repair via the Shouldice technique is a unique approach that necessitates dissection of the entire groin region as well as careful assessment for any secondary hernias. Subsequently, a pure tissue laminated closure allows the repair to be performed without tension. Herein, the authors describe a brief overview of inguinal hernias and discuss the relevant patient evaluation, operative steps of the Shouldice procedure, and postoperative considerations.
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- Divyansh Agarwal
- Department of Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA. https://twitter.com/divyansh_aga
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- Department of Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Mass General Brigham, Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Boston Hernia, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA, USA
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- Mass General Brigham, Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Boston Hernia, Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA, USA.
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Wang Z, Li Q, Tang J, Zhu F, Chen Y, Lin S, Zhang Y. Lateral single incision laparoscopic totally extraperitoneal hernioplasty (L-SILTEP) after laparoscopic radical prostatectomy: A rare case report with literature review. Medicine (Baltimore) 2023; 102:e34543. [PMID: 37565898 PMCID: PMC10419787 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000034543] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2023] [Accepted: 07/12/2023] [Indexed: 08/12/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Single-incision laparoscopic totally extraperitoneal hernioplasty is a commonly used surgical procedure for the treatment of inguinal hernia. However, it is difficult to use traditional single incision laparoscopic totally extraperitoneal hernioplasty to treat inguinal hernia after laparoscopic radical prostatectomy. We successfully and smoothly cured a patient with left inguinal hernia after laparoscopic radical prostatectomy using lateral single incision laparoscopic totally extraperitoneal hernioplasty. CASE PRESENTATION We report the case of a 70-year-old man who underwent laparoscopic radical prostatectomy 2 years earlier and had an evanescent mass in the left inguinal region for 1 month. DIAGNOSIS On the basis of preoperative abdominal computed tomography and intraoperative findings, the patient was diagnosed with a left indirect inguinal hernia, and post-laparoscopic radical prostatectomy. INTERVENTIONS The patient underwent lateral single incision laparoscopic totally extraperitoneal hernioplasty. OUTCOMES The patient recovered well after the operation, and there were no postoperative complications or recurrence of inguinal hernia 3 months after the operation. CONCLUSION For patients who have undergone laparoscopic radical prostatectomy, lateral single-incision laparoscopic totally extraperitoneal hernioplastycan be performed.
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- Zhuoyin Wang
- Ningbo Beilun Third People’s Hospital, Ningbo, China
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- Ningbo Beilun Third People’s Hospital, Ningbo, China
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- Ningbo Beilun Third People’s Hospital, Ningbo, China
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- Ningbo Beilun Third People’s Hospital, Ningbo, China
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- Ningbo Beilun Third People’s Hospital, Ningbo, China
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- Ningbo Beilun Third People’s Hospital, Ningbo, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Ningbo University, Ningbo, China
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Prasanna S, Sekaran PG, Sivakumar A, Govindan VK. Role of Collagen in the Etiology of Inguinal Hernia Patients: A Case-Control Study. Cureus 2023; 15:e43479. [PMID: 37711933 PMCID: PMC10499061 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.43479] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/13/2023] [Indexed: 09/16/2023] Open
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Introduction Technical faults are no longer accepted as the sole reason for recurrence following inguinal hernia (InH) repairs. Medical literature has been studied to find any contributing factors and collagen has emerged as a promising marker. Owing to their long half-lives, it has been found to best reflect the process of scarring, which is central to ensuring the formation of a proper fibrous tissue that incorporates the mesh with the abdominal wall. Methods Sixty participants were divided into two groups. The case group were patients diagnosed with InH and the control group had patients undergoing abdominal surgeries for indications other than abdominal wall hernias. A 0.5x0.5cm specimen of skin and transversalis fascia were biopsied and subsequently stained to determine the amount of collagen I and III. Results Collagen I, collagen III and the ratio of collagen I to III was measured. Collagen I was normal in the skin of both groups but decreased in transversalis fascia of cases. Collagen III was found to be normal in transversalis fascia of both cases and controls, but increased in the skin of cases. Ratio of collagen I to III was decreased in both skin and transversalis fascia of cases. Statistical analysis was carried out using an unpaired t-test, non-parametric Mann-Whitney test, ANOVA and chi-square test. Conclusions Our study has reported that in patients with inguinal hernia, collagen III or immature collagen is increased in skin and collagen I or mature collagen is decreased in the transversalis fascia. The ratio of collagen I/III is decreased in both skin and transversalis fascia.
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- Siva Prasanna
- General Surgery, PSG Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Coimbatore, IND
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- General Surgery, PSG Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Coimbatore, IND
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- General Surgery, PSG Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Coimbatore, IND
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- General Surgery, PSG Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Coimbatore, IND
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Harvitkar RU, Gattupalli GB, Al-Hano H, Al-Kharouf KF, Joshi A. Laparoscopic Groin Hernia Repair Using the Totally Extraperitoneal Approach: A Retrospective Study and Our Experience. Cureus 2023; 15:e41151. [PMID: 37519581 PMCID: PMC10386888 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.41151] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/29/2023] [Indexed: 08/01/2023] Open
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Background Recently, laparoscopic totally extraperitoneal (TEP) inguinal hernia repair has been considered one of the most effective and widely performed techniques for repairing inguinal hernias by avoiding entry into the peritoneal cavity. Its indications have evolved and expanded to almost encompass the entire range of groin hernias. This retrospective study aims to determine the outcomes and postoperative complications in patients undergoing TEP inguinal hernia repair performed by a single surgeon for groin hernias at a single center. Methodology We retrospectively evaluated the prospectively collected data of 900 patients who underwent elective TEP repair over 18 years at a single center performed by a single surgeon from April 2004 to February 2023. Patients were evaluated for age, sex, type of hernia, time taken for surgery, open from laparoscopy, intra and postoperative complications, hospital stay, and days taken to resume regular activity. Results The mean age of the 900 patients was 59 years (range = 21-83 years). The mean age of males and females was 59 and 56 years, respectively. The mean operative time was 40 and 55 minutes for a unilateral and bilateral hernia, respectively. In total, 369 (41%) patients had a right-sided groin hernia, 382 (42%) patients had a left-sided groin hernia, and 149 (16.5%) patients had bilateral groin hernias. A total of 121 (13%) patients had occult hernias, and 17 patients underwent concurrent TEP and transurethral resection of the prostate. Of the 900 patients, 20 (2.2%) had a recurrent hernia after a previous open inguinal hernia repair. Seven (0.8%) patients had a recurrence of hernias post-TEP and subsequently underwent open inguinal hernia repair. Seven (0.7%) patients needed conversion from TEP to the transabdominal pre-peritoneal approach. Only minor complications were noted intra and postoperatively. The average time of hospitalization was 24 hours. The time to resume normal activities was five (±1) days. Conclusions Our experience suggests that TEP repair with mesh fixation is a safe and effective procedure with a marginal recurrence rate. Apart from the obvious cosmetic benefits of minimal tissue invasion, a significant advantage of TEP is the visualization of the contralateral groin along with the surgical repair of a hernia, if required, in the same sitting and without the insertion of any extra trocars.
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- General Surgery, Queen Alexandra Hospital, Portsmouth, GBR
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Singh A, Paruthy SB, Aradhya PS, Chavda J, Pal S. Rare Hernias as Surgical Emergencies: A Case Series of Five Cases. Cureus 2023; 15:e41064. [PMID: 37519605 PMCID: PMC10375253 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.41064] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/26/2023] [Indexed: 08/01/2023] Open
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Hernia is one of the most common clinically diagnosed cases seen in day-to-day practice. But some of them might pose a challenge in diagnosing the condition and, thus, their further management. Some types of hernias are rare and mimic the common presentation of the acute abdomen, thus requiring extra caution to keep hernias as a differential diagnosis in the acute abdomen. In this series, we report five cases of rare hernias presented to a tertiary care center in northern India over the course of one year. Two cases of paraduodenal hernias (PHs), a right and left, respectively, a male femoral hernia, an Amayand hernia, and an obturator hernia presented as acute abdomen in the emergency department, with challenges in their diagnosis, intraoperative findings, and their outcomes. Computed tomography is a useful diagnostic tool for arriving at the diagnosis pre-operatively in these situations.
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- Arun Singh
- General Surgery, Vardhman Mahavir Medical College and Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi, IND
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- General Surgery, Vardhman Mahavir Medical College and Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi, IND
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- General Surgery, Vardhman Mahavir Medical College and Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi, IND
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- General Surgery, Vardhman Mahavir Medical College and Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi, IND
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Agarwal PK. Study of Demographics, Clinical Profile and Risk Factors of Inguinal Hernia: A Public Health Problem in Elderly Males. Cureus 2023; 15:e38053. [PMID: 37122980 PMCID: PMC10132853 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.38053] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/24/2023] [Indexed: 05/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Inguinal hernia repair is the most commonly performed elective surgery in India draining significant healthcare resources. This observational study was conducted at a tertiary-level institute in northern India to look into the demographics, clinical profile and risk factors of inguinal hernia. METHOD This study was conducted as an observational study at the tertiary care centre of northern India, including 110 patients who had come to the surgical outpatient department for inguinal hernia repair. After obtaining informed consent from all the participants, demographic details, history and clinical examination were recorded. This was a prospective, single-centre, non-randomized, observational study. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION In our study, 43 patients (39%) were >50 years of age. One hundred and seven patients (97.27%) were males, and three (2.72%) were females. Male: Female ratio was 32:1. The preponderance of males was due to their involvement in more strenuous exercises and lifting weights and the anatomical differences between them. The main risk factor in the present study was lifting heavy weights 55%, followed by altered bowel habits 36.36% and respiratory disease (chronic obstructive airway disease). Smoking and diabetes were also associated as risk factors for the hernia. In this study, the most common side of hernia was on the right side, 63%, on the left, 33% and bilateral in 4% of patients. The indirect hernia was the most common type. CONCLUSION Inguinal hernia is a surgical problem found commonly in the male elderly. Right-sided inguinal hernia is common, with the indirect type being more frequent. Heavy weight lifting and strenuous exercises were commonly found risk factors.
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- Puneet K Agarwal
- Department of General Surgery, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhopal, Bhopal, IND
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Williams DF. The plasticity of biocompatibility. Biomaterials 2023; 296:122077. [PMID: 36907003 DOI: 10.1016/j.biomaterials.2023.122077] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2022] [Revised: 02/19/2023] [Accepted: 03/02/2023] [Indexed: 03/11/2023]
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Biocompatibility concerns the phenomena that occur within the interactions between biomaterials and human patients, which ultimately control the performance of many facets of medical technology. It involves aspects of materials science, many different forms of engineering and nanotechnology, chemistry, biophysics, molecular and cellular biology, immunology, pathology and a myriad of clinical applications. It is not surprising that an overarching framework of mechanisms of biocompatibility has been difficult to elucidate and validate. This essay discusses one fundamental reason for this; we have tended to consider biocompatibility pathways as essentially linear sequences of events which follow well-understood processes of materials science and biology. The reality, however, is that the pathways may involve a great deal of plasticity, in which many additional idiosyncratic factors, including those of genetic, epigenetic and viral origin, exert influence, as do complex mechanical, physical and pharmacological variables. Plasticity is an inherent core feature of the performance of synthetic materials; here we follow the more recent biological applications of plasticity concepts into the sphere of biocompatibility pathways. A straightforward linear pathway may result in successful outcomes for many patients; we may describe this in terms of classic biocompatibility pathways. In other situations, which usually command much more attention because of their unsuccessful outcomes, these plasticity-driven processes follow alternative biocompatibility pathways; often, the variability in outcomes with identical technologies is due to biological plasticity rather than material or device deficiency.
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- David F Williams
- Wake Forest Institute of Regenerative Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA.
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Watts EL, Saint-Maurice PF, Doherty A, Fensom GK, Freeman JR, Gorzelitz JS, Jin D, McClain KM, Papier K, Patel S, Shiroma EJ, Moore SC, Matthews CE. Association of Accelerometer-Measured Physical Activity Level With Risks of Hospitalization for 25 Common Health Conditions in UK Adults. JAMA Netw Open 2023; 6:e2256186. [PMID: 36795414 PMCID: PMC9936337 DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.56186] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2022] [Accepted: 12/29/2022] [Indexed: 02/17/2023] Open
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Importance Higher physical activity levels are associated with lower risks of cancer, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes, but associations with many common and less severe health conditions are not known. These conditions impose large health care burdens and reduce quality of life. Objectives To investigate the association between accelerometer-measured physical activity and the subsequent risk of hospitalization for 25 common reasons for hospitalization and to estimate the proportion of these hospitalizations that might have been prevented if participants had higher levels of physical activity. Design, Setting, and Participants This prospective cohort study used data from a subset of 81 717 UK Biobank participants aged 42 to 78 years. Participants wore an accelerometer for 1 week (between June 1, 2013, and December 23, 2015) and were followed up over a median (IQR) of 6.8 (6.2-7.3) years; follow-up for the current study ended in 2021 (exact date varied by location). Exposures Mean total and intensity-specific accelerometer-measured physical activity. Main Outcomes and Measures Hospitalization for the most common health conditions. Cox proportional hazards regression analysis was used to estimate hazard ratios (HRs) and 95% CIs for mean accelerometer-measured physical activity (per 1-SD increment) and risks of hospitalization for 25 conditions. Population-attributable risks were used to estimate the proportion of hospitalizations for each condition that might be prevented if participants increased their moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA) by 20 minutes per day. Results Among 81 717 participants, the mean (SD) age at accelerometer assessment was 61.5 (7.9) years; 56.4% were female, and 97.0% self-identified as White. Higher levels of accelerometer-measured physical activity were associated with lower risks of hospitalization for 9 conditions: gallbladder disease (HR per 1 SD, 0.74; 95% CI, 0.69-0.79), urinary tract infections (HR per 1 SD, 0.76; 95% CI, 0.69-0.84), diabetes (HR per 1 SD, 0.79; 95% CI, 0.74-0.84), venous thromboembolism (HR per 1 SD, 0.82; 95% CI, 0.75-0.90), pneumonia (HR per 1 SD, 0.83; 95% CI, 0.77-0.89), ischemic stroke (HR per 1 SD, 0.85; 95% CI, 0.76-0.95), iron deficiency anemia (HR per 1 SD, 0.91; 95% CI, 0.84-0.98), diverticular disease (HR per 1 SD, 0.94; 95% CI, 0.90-0.99), and colon polyps (HR per 1 SD, 0.96; 95% CI, 0.94-0.99). Positive associations were observed between overall physical activity and carpal tunnel syndrome (HR per 1 SD, 1.28; 95% CI, 1.18-1.40), osteoarthritis (HR per 1 SD, 1.15; 95% CI, 1.10-1.19), and inguinal hernia (HR per 1 SD, 1.13; 95% CI, 1.07-1.19), which were primarily induced by light physical activity. Increasing MVPA by 20 minutes per day was associated with reductions in hospitalization ranging from 3.8% (95% CI, 1.8%-5.7%) for colon polyps to 23.0% (95% CI, 17.1%-28.9%) for diabetes. Conclusions and Relevance In this cohort study of UK Biobank participants, those with higher physical activity levels had lower risks of hospitalization across a broad range of health conditions. These findings suggest that aiming to increase MVPA by 20 minutes per day may be a useful nonpharmaceutical intervention to reduce health care burdens and improve quality of life.
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- Eleanor L. Watts
- Metabolic Epidemiology Branch, Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, National Cancer Institute, Rockville, Maryland
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- Metabolic Epidemiology Branch, Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, National Cancer Institute, Rockville, Maryland
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- Big Data Institute, Nuffield Department of Population Health, British Heart Foundation Centre of Research Excellence, University of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom
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- Cancer Epidemiology Unit, Nuffield Department of Population Health, Oxford, United Kingdom
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- Metabolic Epidemiology Branch, Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, National Cancer Institute, Rockville, Maryland
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- Metabolic Epidemiology Branch, Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, National Cancer Institute, Rockville, Maryland
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- Metabolic Epidemiology Branch, Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, National Cancer Institute, Rockville, Maryland
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- Cancer Epidemiology Unit, Nuffield Department of Population Health, Oxford, United Kingdom
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- Metabolic Epidemiology Branch, Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, National Cancer Institute, Rockville, Maryland
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- Laboratory of Epidemiology and Population Science, National Institute on Aging, Bethesda, Maryland
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- Metabolic Epidemiology Branch, Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, National Cancer Institute, Rockville, Maryland
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- Metabolic Epidemiology Branch, Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, National Cancer Institute, Rockville, Maryland
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Novel modification of Marcy operation for indirect inguinal hernia reconstituting deep inguinal ring shutter action. Hernia 2023; 27:181-190. [PMID: 36129572 DOI: 10.1007/s10029-022-02682-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2022] [Accepted: 09/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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PURPOSE The two most frequent and significant complications after inguinal hernia repair are hernia recurrence and post-herniorrhaphy chronic pain. To add anatomic and physiologic strength to the tissue repair, especially in indirect inguinal herniorrhaphy, we devised a modification of Marcy operation that can reconstitute inguinal shutter action more efficiently by changing the direction of the sutures vertical to horizontal. METHODS During 36 months from 1st Jan. 2019, 148cases of 140 patients were operated for Indirect inguinal hernia or Pantaloon hernia (11 cases). 145 indirect inguinal herniorrhaphy were performed exclusively with author's modification of Marcy operation. Hernia recurrence during the follow-up period (3 months-36 months), and postoperative chronic pain at 3 months after herniorrhaphy were analyzed. RESULTS 104 cases among the 145 indirect inguinal hernia (71.7%) were operated with only deep inguinal ring (DIR) reconstruction as author modified. In 41 cases (28.3%), posterior wall reconstruction was done simultaneously. There was no recurrence or reoperation case during the follow-up period. The incidence of postoperative chronic pain at postoperative 3 months of VAS greater than 3.0 was 2.2% (3 cases). CONCLUSIONS Author's modification of Marcy operation was feasible anatomically in all indirect inguinal hernia repair, which is theoretically superior to classic Marcy operation in that repositioning the DIR more laterally and securing the obliquity and shutter action of the DIR. Result is at least not inferior in the aspect of short-term recurrence and chronic post-herniorrhaphy pain.
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Fraser JD, Duran YK, Deans KJ, Downard CD, Fallat ME, Gadepalli SK, Hirschl RB, Lal DR, Landman MP, Leys CM, Mak GZ, Markel TA, Minneci PC, Sato TT, St Peter SD. Natural history and consequence of patent processus vaginalis: An interim analysis from a multi-institutional prospective observational study. J Pediatr Surg 2023; 58:142-145. [PMID: 36307301 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2022.09.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2022] [Accepted: 09/15/2022] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND The prevalence and natural history of patent processus vaginalis (PPV) are unknown. An interim analysis was performed of a multi-institutional, prospective, observational study in neonates undergoing laparoscopic pyloromyotomy during which bilateral inguinal canals were evaluated. METHODS Infants under 4 months undergoing laparoscopic pyloromyotomy were enrolled at 8 children's hospitals. The presence of a PPV was evaluated and measurements recorded. Patients with a PPV are undergoing annual phone follow-up to 18 years of age. Interim analysis was performed. RESULTS In a cohort of 610 patient, 80 did not have a PPV examined, 4 had consent issues and were excluded, leaving 526 patients. Of these, 433 (82%) were male, median age 1.2 months (IQR 0.9, 1.6), median weight 3.89 kg (IQR 3.4, 4.46), and EGA 39 weeks (IQR 37, 40). There were 283 PPVs, 132 bilateral (47%), 116 right (41%), and 35 left (12%). Patients with a PPV were significantly younger (1.1 months (IQR 0.9, 1.5) vs 1.3 months (IQR 0.9, 1.7), p=0.02), weighed less (3.76kg (IQR 3.35, 4.26) vs 3.9kg (IQR 3.4, 4.5) p=0.03) and had a significantly lower EGA at birth (38 weeks (IQR 37, 40) vs 39 weeks (IQR 38, 40) p=0.003). Of 246 eligible infants, 208 (85%) responded to at least one annual follow-up. Two patients had an inguinal hernia repair for a symptomatic hernia, 49- and 51-days post pyloromyotomy. One had an orchiopexy and incidental inguinal hernia repair 120 days post pyloromyotomy; for a total of 3 (1.2%) hernia repairs. No additional hernias were identified in 116 patients with the PPV patients who have been followed for > 1 year. CONCLUSIONS The presence of a PPV at the time of pyloromyotomy is common but the need for hernia repair is rare within the first year of life. Continued long-term longitudinal follow-up of this cohort is needed. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE II.
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- Jason D Fraser
- Department of Surgery, Children's Mercy Kansas City, 2401 Gillham Road, Kansas City, MO 64108, United States.
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- Department of Surgery, Children's Mercy Kansas City, 2401 Gillham Road, Kansas City, MO 64108, United States
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- Center for Surgical Outcomes Research, The Abigail Wexner Research Institute and Department of Surgery, at Nationwide Children's Hospital, Department of Surgery, The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH, United States
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Hiram C. Polk, Jr., M.D. Department of Surgery, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, United States
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Hiram C. Polk, Jr., M.D. Department of Surgery, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, United States
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- Section of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
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- Section of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, United States
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, United States
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Madison, WI, United States
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- Section of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, The University of Chicago Medicine, Chicago, IL, United States
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, United States
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- Center for Surgical Outcomes Research, The Abigail Wexner Research Institute and Department of Surgery, at Nationwide Children's Hospital, Department of Surgery, The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH, United States
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, United States
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- Department of Surgery, Children's Mercy Kansas City, 2401 Gillham Road, Kansas City, MO 64108, United States
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Rajkumar K, Trivedi A, Molavi I, Talishinskiy T. Combined pantaloon and femoral hernia: a common pathology in medicine occurring simultaneously. J Surg Case Rep 2022; 2022:rjac514. [DOI: 10.1093/jscr/rjac514] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2022] [Accepted: 10/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Inguinal hernias are typically classified based on their location and can be divided into two types. The most commonly seen inguinal hernias are direct and indirect, which can both potentially require surgical intervention. When both types of hernias are seen simultaneously, it is classified as a pantaloon hernia. This case describes an instance of a femoral hernia being found along with a pantaloon hernia. We present a case of what was projected to be a common inguinal hernia repair but progressed to a rare presentation of a femoral hernia superimposed on a pantaloon hernia. Pantaloon hernias plus a femoral hernia is a rare defect that does not present as often as the different types of isolated hernias.
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- Karnan Rajkumar
- Department of General Surgery, St. Joseph’s University Medical Center , Paterson, NJ 07503 , USA
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- Department of General Surgery, St. Joseph’s University Medical Center , Paterson, NJ 07503 , USA
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- Department of General Surgery, St. Joseph’s University Medical Center , Paterson, NJ 07503 , USA
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- Department of General Surgery, St. Joseph’s University Medical Center , Paterson, NJ 07503 , USA
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Postoperative outcomes that matter to patients undergoing inguinal hernia repair: A qualitative study. Surg Open Sci 2022; 10:76-82. [PMID: 36039074 PMCID: PMC9418602 DOI: 10.1016/j.sopen.2022.07.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2022] [Revised: 07/05/2022] [Accepted: 07/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Background The purpose was to explore which postoperative outcomes are important to patients operated for inguinal hernia to gain a better insight into the patient experience going through surgery. Methods A qualitative study was performed using semistructured individual interviews. Participants were all male and had undergone inguinal hernia repair. Data were analyzed with directed content analysis. Results Ten patients were interviewed. Identified domains were function, sensation, expectations, appearance, social aspects, and satisfaction with surgeon/staff. Preoperative functional limitations were the main motivation for seeking surgery, and postoperative functional improvement seemed to be the most important factor determining overall patient satisfaction. Conclusion Patients consider a wide range of factors when assessing the outcome of their inguinal hernia repair. Our results suggest that the current practice of outcome assessment of inguinal hernia repair with focus on recurrence may be too narrow and may not adequately reflect the patients' experience. Summary This qualitative study explored patients' perspectives on postoperative outcome after inguinal hernia repair, and the identified domains of importance were function, sensation, expectations, appearance, social aspects, and satisfaction with surgeon/staff. These results highlight that patients emphasize a wide range of elements when assessing the outcome of their inguinal hernia repair that are important to acknowledge, as current practice of outcome assessment of inguinal hernia repair may be too narrow.
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Pang NQ, Ng CSY, Wong CJH. Laparoscopic versus open groin hernia repair in older adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis. ANZ J Surg 2022; 92:2457-2463. [PMID: 36074652 DOI: 10.1111/ans.18032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2022] [Revised: 08/21/2022] [Accepted: 08/27/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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BACKGROUND Groin hernia repair is a common surgical procedure and includes both open and laparoscopic techniques. Studies comparing outcomes of laparoscopic versus open groin hernia repair specifically in the geriatric population are lacking. This study compares the outcomes of laparoscopic versus open groin hernia repair techniques in older adults. METHODS A literature search was conducted in each of the five selected databases up till June 2021: PubMed (MEDLINE), EMBASE, CINAHL, Cochrane and PsychInfo (OVID). Outcomes measured included but were not limited to total length of hospital stay, mean total operative time, intraoperative complications, post-operative complications such as wound infection, seroma formation, chronic pain, mesh infection and recurrence of inguinal hernia. RESULTS A total of five articles were included in the final analysis. The length of postoperative hospitalization stay was shorter in patients who underwent laparoscopic hernia repair (95% CI: -1.50 to -0.72; P < 0.01, I2 = 79%). The laparoscopic repair group had a significantly smaller number of patients who sustained postoperative wound infections (95% CI: 0.02 to 0.47; P = 0.003, I2 = 0%), and lower incidence of chronic pain (95% CI: 0.14 to 0.37, P < 0.01, I2 = 46%). Analysis of the remaining outcomes did not reveal any statistically significant differences between open and laparoscopic hernia repair. CONCLUSIONS The results of this analysis showed a shorter length of stay, lower wound infection rates and lower chronic pain with laparoscopic groin hernia repair as compared to open repair in older adults. Future prospective studies examining the impact of age on the relationship between surgical approach (open versus laparoscopic) and surgical outcomes are needed.
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- Ning Qi Pang
- Division of Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery, Department of Surgery, National University Health System, Singapore, Singapore
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- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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Suttiwongsing A, Khorana J, Ruangwongroj P, Niruttiwat K. Laparoscopic extraperitoneal technique versus open inguinal herniotomy in children: historical controlled intervention study. WORLD JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC SURGERY 2022; 5:e000436. [DOI: 10.1136/wjps-2022-000436] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2022] [Accepted: 07/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/03/2022] Open
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ObjectiveTo compare surgical outcomes of percutaneous extraperitoneal simple purse string method of laparoscopic hernia (LH) repair with a traditional open inguinal hernia (OH) repair in children with indirect inguinal hernia in a single center.MethodsThis study is a historical-controlled intervention study of two groups of patients: patients in the controlled group had OH repair performed from January 2016 to December 2017, and patients in the study group had LH repair from January 2018 to December 2019 at a single institution. Outcomes of the OH and LH groups, in terms of operative time, recurrence, complications, incidence of metachronous contralateral inguinal hernia (MCIH) and contralateral patent processus vaginalis (CPPV) were analyzed.ResultsThree hundred and five patients were enrolled in the study. Among them, 95 cases underwent laparoscopic percutaneous extraperitoneal closure herniotomy (LH group), and 210 cases underwent conventional open herniotomy (OH group). In terms of operative time, only unilateral herniotomy in females of the OH group was significantly less than that of the LH group (15.7±7.1 vs 20.5±7.4 min, p=0.004). No significant difference in overall complication was observed between the two groups of patients. The incidence of CPPV in the LH group was 15.7% (15/95), and MCIH in OH group was 10.9% (23/210).ConclusionsLaparoscopic herniotomy may prevent the need for a second operation of metachronous contralateral hernia. Both open and laparoscopic techniques are equivalent in pro and cons.
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Fadista J, Skotte L, Karjalainen J, Abner E, Sørensen E, Ullum H, Werge T, Esko T, Milani L, Palotie A, Daly M, Melbye M, Feenstra B, Geller F. Comprehensive genome-wide association study of different forms of hernia identifies more than 80 associated loci. Nat Commun 2022; 13:3200. [PMID: 35680855 PMCID: PMC9184475 DOI: 10.1038/s41467-022-30921-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2021] [Accepted: 05/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Hernias are characterized by protrusion of an organ or tissue through its surrounding cavity and often require surgical repair. In this study we identify 65,492 cases for five hernia types in the UK Biobank and perform genome-wide association study scans for these five types and two combined groups. Our results show associated variants in all scans. Inguinal hernia has the most associations and we conduct a follow-up study with 23,803 additional cases from four study groups giving 84 independently associated variants. Identified variants from all scans are collapsed into 81 independent loci. Further testing shows that 26 loci are associated with more than one hernia type, suggesting substantial overlap between the underlying genetic mechanisms. Pathway analyses identify several genes with a strong link to collagen and/or elastin (ADAMTS6, ADAMTS16, ADAMTSL3, LOX, ELN) in the vicinity of associated loci for inguinal hernia, which substantiates an essential role of connective tissue morphology.
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- João Fadista
- Department of Epidemiology Research, Statens Serum Institut, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Department of Clinical Sciences, Lund University Diabetes Centre, Malmö, Sweden
- Institute for Molecular Medicine Finland, FIMM, HiLIFE, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
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- Department of Epidemiology Research, Statens Serum Institut, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Institute for Molecular Medicine Finland, FIMM, HiLIFE, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
- Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, Cambridge, MA, USA
- Analytic and Translational Genetics Unit, Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Estonian Genome Center, Institute of Genomics, University of Tartu, Tartu, 51010, Estonia
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- Department of Clinical Immunology, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Clinical Immunology, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Statens Serum Institut, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- iPSYCH, The Lundbeck Foundation Initiative for Integrative Psychiatric Research, Aarhus, Denmark
- Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Lundbeck Foundation Center for GeoGenetics, GLOBE Institute, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
- The Lundbeck Foundation Initiative for Integrative Psychiatric Research (iPSYCH), Copenhagen and Aarhus, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Estonian Genome Center, Institute of Genomics, University of Tartu, Tartu, 51010, Estonia
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- Estonian Genome Center, Institute of Genomics, University of Tartu, Tartu, 51010, Estonia
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- Institute for Molecular Medicine Finland, FIMM, HiLIFE, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
- Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, Cambridge, MA, USA
- Psychiatric & Neurodevelopmental Genetics Unit, Department of Psychiatry, Analytic and Translational Genetics Unit, Department of Medicine, and the Department of Neurology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Institute for Molecular Medicine Finland, FIMM, HiLIFE, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
- Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, Cambridge, MA, USA
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
- K.G. Jebsen Center for Genetic Epidemiology, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway
- Norwegian Institute of Public Health, Oslo, Norway
- Department of Genetics, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, USA
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- Department of Epidemiology Research, Statens Serum Institut, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Epidemiology Research, Statens Serum Institut, Copenhagen, Denmark.
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de la Garza MA, Hegge SR, Bakker J. Inguinal Hernia in Nonhuman Primates: From Asymptomatic to Life-Threatening Events. Vet Sci 2022; 9:vetsci9060280. [PMID: 35737332 PMCID: PMC9228773 DOI: 10.3390/vetsci9060280] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2022] [Revised: 05/24/2022] [Accepted: 06/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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In this study, a review of available data and literature on the epidemiology and anamnesis of inguinal hernias in nonhuman primates, as well as on their clinical evaluation and surgical management, was conducted. Inguinal hernias are assumed to be relatively common in male nonhuman primates. Clinical signs are usually limited to a visible or palpable mass in the groin region without pain or systemic illness. Most hernias contain omentum. Careful monitoring is an acceptable treatment option for those animals. Size, the danger of incarceration, and the presence of strangulation are important factors when considering surgical repair. A strangulated inguinal hernia is an emergency, requiring prompt surgery to avoid tissue necrosis and death. Imaging techniques, as well as computed tomography (CT), ultrasonography, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), provide information about the anatomical characteristics of the suspected region, allowing for a diagnosis and treatment. An inguinal hernia repair can be performed with either open surgery or laparoscopic surgery. The hernia repair can be achieved by mesh or suture. Decisions regarding which repair technique to use depend on the surgeon′s skill level and preference. Complication and recurrence rates are generally low. The most common postsurgical complication is a recurrence of the hernia. Contraceptive measures are not indicated in breeders, as there is no known hereditary component, and the presence of hernia does not appear to affect fertility, nor does it predispose to occurrence, recurrence, or incarceration.
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- Animal Science Department (ASD), Biomedical Primate Research Centre (BPRC), 2288 GJ Rijswijk, The Netherlands
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +31-15-284 2579
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Ulfandi D, Fajar A, Faruk M. Factors associated with TNF-alpha levels in patients with indirect inguinal hernia: A cross-sectional study. Ann Med Surg (Lond) 2022; 78:103858. [PMID: 35734660 PMCID: PMC9207110 DOI: 10.1016/j.amsu.2022.103858] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2022] [Revised: 05/20/2022] [Accepted: 05/22/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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- Devby Ulfandi
- Division of Digestive, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Hasanuddin University, Makassar, Indonesia
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- Division of Digestive, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Hasanuddin University, Makassar, Indonesia
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- Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Hasanuddin University, Makassar, Indonesia
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Difficulties in Diagnosing Extraperitoneal Ureteroinguinal Hernias: A Review of the Literature and Clinical Experience of a Rare Encounter in Acute Surgical Care Settings. Diagnostics (Basel) 2022; 12:diagnostics12020353. [PMID: 35204443 PMCID: PMC8871209 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics12020353] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2022] [Revised: 01/26/2022] [Accepted: 01/27/2022] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Although inguinal hernia repair is one of the most common surgical procedures, finding a retroperitoneal structure, such as the ureter, is a rather rare occurrence. Ureteroinguinal hernias may arise in the presence or absence of obstructive uropathy, the latter raising difficulties in diagnosis for the general surgeon performing a regular inguinal hernia surgery. This study aims to collect the relevant literature describing the diagnosis and management of ureteroinguinal hernias and update it with a case encountered in our clinic. The following study was reported following the SCARE guidelines. The relevant literature describes less than 150 cases of ureteroinguinal hernias overall, considering the 1.7% prevalence of inguinal hernias in the general population. With only 20% of these hernias being described as extraperitoneal, such an encounter becomes an extremely rare finding. Our clinical experience brings a case of a 75-year-old male with frequent urinary tract infections and a large irreducible inguinoscrotal hernia of about 20/12 cm located at the right scrotum. The patient underwent an open inguinal hernia repair technique under general anesthesia, incidentally finding an extraperitoneal ureteral herniation. Segmental ureterectomy was performed with uneventful recovery. Intraoperatively, finding an incidental ureteroinguinal hernia raises concerns about probable urinary tract complications during regular hernia repair surgery and whether the diagnosis is likely to happen prior to surgical intervention. Although imaging is rarely indicated in inguinal hernias, the case reports show that a pelvic CT scan with urography in symptomatic patients with urinary symptoms will provide accurate confirmation of the diagnosis. The relevant literature is limited due to the rarity of respective cases, thus making standardized management of such cases unlikely.
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Rajeev A, Vinod A, John GM, Jacob P, Ramachandran R, Marwaha V. Impact of Pelvic Bone Anatomy on Inguinal Hernia and the Role of Radiological Pelvimetry. Cureus 2022; 14:e21269. [PMID: 35178323 PMCID: PMC8842645 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.21269] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/15/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Fajar A, Warsinggih, Syarifuddin E, Hendarto J, Labeda I, Lusikooy RE, Mappincara, Dani MI, Sampetoding S, Kusuma MI, Uwuratuw JA, Faruk M. The relationship between glycine levels in collagen in the anterior rectus sheath tissue and the onset of indirect inguinal hernia: A cross-sectional study. Ann Med Surg (Lond) 2022; 73:103166. [PMID: 34976388 PMCID: PMC8683690 DOI: 10.1016/j.amsu.2021.103166] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2021] [Revised: 12/04/2021] [Accepted: 12/05/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Introduction An inguinal hernia is a protrusion of abdominal-cavity contents through the inguinal canal. Protection against an inguinal hernia depends on the integrity of fascial tissue, which is maintained by collagen. Collagen is a structural protein consisting of amino acids, the most common of which is glycine. This study aimed to determine the relationship between glycine and the appearance of lateral inguinal hernias. To this end, the researchers examined the profile of collagen and glycine levels in the tissue of the sheath of the rectus femoris in patients with lateral inguinal hernia (indirect inguinal hernia). Methods The study used a cross-sectional design to determine glycine levels in rectus anterior sheath tissue in patients with indirect inguinal hernia. Examination of collagen glycine levels was conducted using the ELISA (Enzyme-Linked immunosorbent assay) method. Data were analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Science (SPSS) program. An ANOVA test, Pearson's correlation test, and Spearman's correlation test were also performed. A p-value <0.05 was said to be significant. Results Across 72 samples, the mean body mass index (BMI) was 22.5 kg/m2 and, the mean clinical onset was 28.02 months. Correlation tests showed a correlation between glycine levels and clinical onset (p = 0.026). The ANOVA test showed a difference between glycine levels with age group (p = 0.025) and BMI (p = 0.015). The correlation between glycine levels and clinical-grade (p = 0.416) was not statistically significant. Conclusion There is a significant relationship between glycine levels and age, BMI, and clinical onset of indirect inguinal hernia. The stability of the abdominal wall depends on the integrity of muscle and fascial tissue. Collagen is a structural protein that helps tissues maintain their mechanical characteristics, structure, and shape. The collagen structure contains amino acids such as glycine, proline, hydroxyproline, alanine, and hydroxylysine. The high glycine content of collagen is vital to promoting collagen turnover, as its deficiency reduces collagen turnover. There is a relationship between glycine levels and age, body mass index, and clinical onset of indirect inguinal hernia.
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- Amir Fajar
- Division of Digestive, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Hasanuddin University, Makassar, Indonesia
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- Division of Digestive, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Hasanuddin University, Makassar, Indonesia.,Division of Digestive, Department of Surgery, Dr. Wahidin Sudirohusodo General Hospital, Makassar, Indonesia
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- Division of Digestive, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Hasanuddin University, Makassar, Indonesia
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- Department of Biostatistics, Faculty of Public Health, Hasanuddin University, Makassar, Indonesia
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- Division of Digestive, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Hasanuddin University, Makassar, Indonesia.,Division of Digestive, Department of Surgery, Dr. Wahidin Sudirohusodo General Hospital, Makassar, Indonesia
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- Division of Digestive, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Hasanuddin University, Makassar, Indonesia.,Division of Digestive, Department of Surgery, Dr. Wahidin Sudirohusodo General Hospital, Makassar, Indonesia
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- Division of Digestive, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Hasanuddin University, Makassar, Indonesia
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- Division of Digestive, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Hasanuddin University, Makassar, Indonesia
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- Division of Digestive, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Hasanuddin University, Makassar, Indonesia.,Division of Digestive, Department of Surgery, Dr. Wahidin Sudirohusodo General Hospital, Makassar, Indonesia
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- Division of Digestive, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Hasanuddin University, Makassar, Indonesia.,Division of Digestive, Department of Surgery, Dr. Wahidin Sudirohusodo General Hospital, Makassar, Indonesia
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- Division of Digestive, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Hasanuddin University, Makassar, Indonesia
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- Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Hasanuddin University, Makassar, Indonesia
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Seher N, Nayman A, Koplay M, Çiftci İ. Comparison of Preoperative and Postoperative Testicular Elasticity and Vascularity in Pediatric Patients With Inguinal Hernia. JOURNAL OF ULTRASOUND IN MEDICINE : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ULTRASOUND IN MEDICINE 2022; 41:71-78. [PMID: 33665883 DOI: 10.1002/jum.15681] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/24/2020] [Revised: 02/01/2021] [Accepted: 02/17/2021] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Testicular complications after inguinal hernia (IH) operations can be overlooked because they are difficult to diagnose, but usually have a long-term effect. This study evaluates the effects of IH on preoperative and postoperative testicular elasticity and vascularity in children with unilateral hernias, examined using the superb microvascular imaging (SMI) and shear wave elastography (SWE) modalities. METHODS Forty-four male children with unilateral indirect IHs were included. Quantitative SMI and SWE examinations of the testicles were performed on the herniated and intact sides, both preoperatively and at 1, 3, and 6 months postoperatively. The SMI and SWE values of the testicles were compared between the herniated and intact sides, as well as with the opposite testicle. RESULTS Preoperative vascular index (VI) values were lower on the herniated side than on the intact side. Furthermore, preoperative kPa and m/s values were higher on the herniated side than on the intact side. In follow-up examinations performed at 6 months postoperatively, there was no equalization of kPa or m/s values, although VI values were equalized on both sides. CONCLUSIONS Testicular vascularization secondary to mechanical compression in testicles on the herniated side increased significantly in the postoperative period, and reached a level similar to that of the contralateral side. Mean SWE values decreased in testicles on the herniated side, but were not equal with those of contralateral testicles. Preoperative and postoperative evaluation of testicles using SMI and SWE is important for detecting possible advanced testicular complications in children with IH.
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- Nusret Seher
- Department of Radiology, Medical Faculty, Selcuk University, Konya, Turkey
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- Department of Radiology, Medical Faculty, Selcuk University, Konya, Turkey
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- Department of Radiology, Medical Faculty, Selcuk University, Konya, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Medical Faculty, Selcuk University, Konya, Turkey
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Kumar M, Shankar M, Joshi R, Prasad S. To identify the risk factors associated with development of anterior abdominal wall hernia. MEDICAL JOURNAL OF BABYLON 2022. [DOI: 10.4103/mjbl.mjbl_2_22] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Fitzgibbons R, McBee P, Walters R. Current status of inguinal hernia management: A review. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ABDOMINAL WALL AND HERNIA SURGERY 2022. [DOI: 10.4103/ijawhs.ijawhs_36_22] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/25/2023] Open
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Sofi J, Nazir F, Kar I, Qayum K. Comparison between TAPP & Lichtenstein techniques for inguinal hernia repair: A retrospective cohort study. Ann Med Surg (Lond) 2021; 72:103054. [PMID: 34934481 PMCID: PMC8654788 DOI: 10.1016/j.amsu.2021.103054] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2021] [Revised: 11/05/2021] [Accepted: 11/09/2021] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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Background Worldwide, inguinal hernia repair is one of the commonest surgeries. The best treatment option to primary hernia has been investigated, but there still remains lack of evidence about the ideal approach. Therefore, this study aimed to compare the outcomes of inguinal hernia repair using transabdominal preperitoneal procedure (TAPP) & Lichtenstein techniques. Materials and methods This was a retrospective cohort study, conducted at Department of General & Minimal Invasive Surgery, SKIMS Medical College, Bemina, Srinagar. For performing the analysis, we used SPSS. Continuous variables were expressed as mean and standard deviation, and the categorical ones were presented as frequencies and percentages. Results A total of 60 patients were included (30 in each group). The mean age of the patients in both groups was around 54 years, and all patients were males. In unilateral cases the operating time was greater in the TAPP group than the Lichtenstein group (p < 0.001); however, in the bilateral cases, the operating time was significantly greater in the Lichtenstein than the TAPP group (p = 0.003). The pain scores, in unilateral cases, were significantly lower in the TAPP group than the Lichtenstein group (p < 0.001). The overall complication rate in the TAPP group was 6.7% while in the Lichtenstein group it was at 23.3%. In unilateral and bilateral cases, the patients significantly returned to work earlier in the TAPP group than those in the Lichtenstein group (p < 0.001). Conclusion TAPP and Lichtenstein techniques are both safe and reliable techniques for inguinal hernia repair. However, TAPP repair showed lesser post-operative pain, earlier discharge from the hospital, earlier return to usual activities, better cosmetic outcomes, and less persisting pain. However, there was no significant difference in the complication rate and TAPP repair was more costly for the patient. In unilateral inguinal hernia, operating time was significantly greater in TAPP group. In bilateral hernia, operating time was significantly greater in Lichtenstein group. In all cases, pain was significantly lower with TAPP than Lichtenstein groups. The overall complication rate was not significant between the two groups. Occult hernias on the opposite side could be identified in the TAPP group.
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- Junaid Sofi
- Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences, Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India
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- Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences, Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India
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- Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences, Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India.,Hereford County Hospital, Wye Valley NHS Trust, Hereford, UK
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- Hereford County Hospital, Wye Valley NHS Trust, Hereford, UK
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Kim EJ, Oh C, Um JW. Laparoscopic surgery: an effective and safe surgical method of pediatric inguinal hernia repair. JOURNAL OF MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY 2021; 24:200-207. [PMID: 35602857 PMCID: PMC8966002 DOI: 10.7602/jmis.2021.24.4.200] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/11/2021] [Revised: 10/22/2021] [Accepted: 10/31/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Purpose Inguinal hernia (IH) repair is very commonly performed in children. While open repair (OR) is the standard approach, laparoscopic repair is increasingly used. This study was aimed to investigate safety and feasibility of laparoscopic repair of pediatric IH compared to OR. Methods We retrospectively enrolled 105 pediatric patients with IH repair between January 2011 and October 2019. The laparoscopic procedures performed were laparoscopic percutaneous extraperitoneal closure (LPEC), and three-port mini-laparoscopic repair (TLR). The OR was performed as per usual technique. Results Thirty-nine patients underwent OR, 16 LPEC, and 50 TLR. The preoperative laterality of IH was 45 patients (42.9%) on the right side, 50 (47.6%) on the left side, and 10 (9.5%) on both sides. It was, however, diagnosed postoperatively in 27 patients (25.7%) on the right side, 38 (36.2%) on the left side, and 40 (38.1%) on both sides. Of the 63 patients who presented with unilateral IH in the laparoscopic groups, 32 (50.8%) had synchronous contralateral patent process vaginalis (PPV) which were simultaneously repaired. This was significantly more common in children under 3 years of age. Operative time in unilateral or bilateral repair was significantly shorter in the laparoscopic repair groups (p < 0.001). Ipsilateral recurrence was not observed in any group. Metachronous contralateral IH occurrence was not significantly different between groups. Conclusion Laparoscopic IH repair may have benefit in terms of shorter operation time and diagnosis of unpredicted contralateral PPV compared to OR.
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- Eun Jung Kim
- Department of Surgery, Korea University Ansan Hospital, Ansan, Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Korea University Ansan Hospital, Ansan, Korea
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- Department of Surgery, Korea University Ansan Hospital, Ansan, Korea
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Tan SS, Wang K, Xiao Y, Wang Z, Peng C, Pang W, Wu D, Chen Y. Single-Center 12-Year Analysis of Inguinal Hernia in Female Children. Indian J Surg 2021. [DOI: 10.1007/s12262-020-02676-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022] Open
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Pérez-Köhler B, Benito-Martínez S, Gómez-Gil V, Rodríguez M, Pascual G, Bellón JM. New Insights into the Application of 3D-Printing Technology in Hernia Repair. MATERIALS 2021; 14:ma14227092. [PMID: 34832493 PMCID: PMC8623842 DOI: 10.3390/ma14227092] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2021] [Revised: 11/18/2021] [Accepted: 11/19/2021] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Abdominal hernia repair using prosthetic materials is among the surgical interventions most widely performed worldwide. These materials, or meshes, are implanted to close the hernial defect, reinforcing the abdominal muscles and reestablishing mechanical functionality of the wall. Meshes for hernia repair are made of synthetic or biological materials exhibiting multiple shapes and configurations. Despite the myriad of devices currently marketed, the search for the ideal mesh continues as, thus far, no device offers optimal tissue repair and restored mechanical performance while minimizing postoperative complications. Additive manufacturing, or 3D-printing, has great potential for biomedical applications. Over the years, different biomaterials with advanced features have been successfully manufactured via 3D-printing for the repair of hard and soft tissues. This technological improvement is of high clinical relevance and paves the way to produce next-generation devices tailored to suit each individual patient. This review focuses on the state of the art and applications of 3D-printing technology for the manufacture of synthetic meshes. We highlight the latest approaches aimed at developing improved bioactive materials (e.g., optimizing antibacterial performance, drug release, or device opacity for contrast imaging). Challenges, limitations, and future perspectives are discussed, offering a comprehensive scenario for the applicability of 3D-printing in hernia repair.
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- Bárbara Pérez-Köhler
- Departamento de Medicina y Especialidades Médicas, Facultad de Medicina y Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Alcalá, 28805 Alcalá de Henares, Spain; (B.P.-K.); (S.B.-M.)
- Biomedical Networking Research Centre of Bioengineering, Biomaterials and Nanomedicine (CIBER-BBN), 28029 Madrid, Spain; (V.G.-G.); (M.R.); (J.M.B.)
- Ramón y Cajal Health Research Institute (IRYCIS), 28034 Madrid, Spain
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- Departamento de Medicina y Especialidades Médicas, Facultad de Medicina y Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Alcalá, 28805 Alcalá de Henares, Spain; (B.P.-K.); (S.B.-M.)
- Biomedical Networking Research Centre of Bioengineering, Biomaterials and Nanomedicine (CIBER-BBN), 28029 Madrid, Spain; (V.G.-G.); (M.R.); (J.M.B.)
- Ramón y Cajal Health Research Institute (IRYCIS), 28034 Madrid, Spain
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- Biomedical Networking Research Centre of Bioengineering, Biomaterials and Nanomedicine (CIBER-BBN), 28029 Madrid, Spain; (V.G.-G.); (M.R.); (J.M.B.)
- Departamento de Cirugía, Ciencias Médicas y Sociales, Facultad de Medicina y Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Alcalá, 28805 Alcalá de Henares, Spain
- Departamento de Ciencias Biomédicas, Facultad de Medicina y Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Alcalá, 28805 Alcalá de Henares, Spain
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- Biomedical Networking Research Centre of Bioengineering, Biomaterials and Nanomedicine (CIBER-BBN), 28029 Madrid, Spain; (V.G.-G.); (M.R.); (J.M.B.)
- Ramón y Cajal Health Research Institute (IRYCIS), 28034 Madrid, Spain
- Departamento de Cirugía, Ciencias Médicas y Sociales, Facultad de Medicina y Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Alcalá, 28805 Alcalá de Henares, Spain
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- Departamento de Medicina y Especialidades Médicas, Facultad de Medicina y Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Alcalá, 28805 Alcalá de Henares, Spain; (B.P.-K.); (S.B.-M.)
- Biomedical Networking Research Centre of Bioengineering, Biomaterials and Nanomedicine (CIBER-BBN), 28029 Madrid, Spain; (V.G.-G.); (M.R.); (J.M.B.)
- Ramón y Cajal Health Research Institute (IRYCIS), 28034 Madrid, Spain
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- Biomedical Networking Research Centre of Bioengineering, Biomaterials and Nanomedicine (CIBER-BBN), 28029 Madrid, Spain; (V.G.-G.); (M.R.); (J.M.B.)
- Ramón y Cajal Health Research Institute (IRYCIS), 28034 Madrid, Spain
- Departamento de Cirugía, Ciencias Médicas y Sociales, Facultad de Medicina y Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad de Alcalá, 28805 Alcalá de Henares, Spain
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Crijns TJ, Fatehi A, Coopwood B, Ring D, Tonn M. Asymptomatic contralateral inguinal and ventral hernias among people with a workers' compensation claim for hernia. J Visc Surg 2021; 159:458-462. [PMID: 34776360 DOI: 10.1016/j.jviscsurg.2021.09.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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STUDY AIM There is a gap in evidence that demonstrates an increased risk of hernia formation in laborers. A notable incidence of a second asymptomatic hernia among people making a workers' compensation claim for a hernia would suggest that the pathology is not acute and probably not related to work, or the performance of a single strenuous event. PATIENTS AND METHODS We performed a retrospective database study of a consecutive sample of 106 adults who claimed a work-related abdominal hernia between September 2016 and December 2018 and had a Computed Tomography (CT) scan as part of a diagnostic workup. Hernias were classified as incidental if patients had a contralateral inguinal hernia with unilateral groin symptoms, or if patients had a ventral hernia with only groin symptoms or vice versa. RESULTS Thirty-three percent of patients had an incidental hernia. No patient factors were associated with having an incidental hernia. Higher BMI and having a concurrent incidental hernia were associated with lower odds of surgical treatment under the injury claim. CONCLUSION Abdominal symptoms after a work event might lead to a diagnosis of hernia, and there is a notable likelihood that the hernia is incidental and unrelated to work. New symptoms at or near the site of an abdominal hernia may or may not be from the hernia, and very often are more consistent with an abdominal muscle strain. The clinical or imaging finding of an abdominal wall defect or the presence of a hernia may be incidental, unrelated to the physical activity.
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- T J Crijns
- Department of Surgery and Perioperative Care, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, USA.
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- Department of Surgery and Perioperative Care, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, USA
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- Department of Surgery and Perioperative Care, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, USA
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- Department of Surgery and Perioperative Care, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, USA
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- Occupational Medicine & Pain Management, OccMD Group, Texas Health Dallas, Dallas, TX, USA
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Waist Circumference is not Superior to Body Mass Index in Predicting Groin Hernia Repair in Either Men or Women. World J Surg 2021; 46:401-408. [PMID: 34727205 PMCID: PMC8724106 DOI: 10.1007/s00268-021-06359-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/07/2021] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Background and aims A high body mass index (BMI) is considered a risk factor for ventral abdominal wall hernias but protective for the development of groin hernias. The reason for this is unclear. The surrounding abdominal fat in obesity might “protect” and limit the passage through the inguinal canal. The aim was to compare two different methods used for obesity registration in groin hernia patients and to investigate the hypothesis of high BMI/low groin hernia risk phenomenon. Methods This was a population-based observational study comparing BMI to waist circumference (WC) as well as their correlations to the quantity of groin hernia repair performed in either sex. Two national registers were crosslinked to a large regional register including information on WC. Results A larger WC and a higher BMI were associated with a lower risk of having groin hernia repair in both sexes. There was no difference using either WC or BMI as a risk factor for groin hernia repair in either sex. There was no advantage to using body composition based on WC rather than BMI for surgery indication. Conclusions Overweight patients, both men and women, have a lower risk of undergoing groin hernia repair regardless of fat distribution. BMI is a well-established method for obesity registration and is recommended in the evaluation of hernia patients.
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Inguinal hernia – epidemiology, risk factors, treatment methods (literature review). ACTA BIOMEDICA SCIENTIFICA 2021. [DOI: 10.29413/abs.2021-6.4.21] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Inguinal hernias (IH) are widespread in the human population and occur in 27–43 % of men and 3–6 % of women. Many risk factors for IH have been overestimated in the last decade: male gender is considered the leading factor (the ratio between men and women is approximately 1:7), less significant factors are heredity (most significant for women), physical activity (more significant for men), age (peak prevalence of IH occurs at 5 years and 70–80 years), congenital or acquired connective tissue dysplasia, history of prostatectomy, low body mass index.Hernioplasty with the use of synthetic mesh prostheses remains the most popular technique for surgical correction of IH. Performing non-prosthetic hernioplasty is only recommended if mesh prostheses are not available, for example in poor countries. In open hernioplasty using mesh prostheses, different methods are used today: Plug & Patch, Prolene Hernia System, Parietene Progrip, sutureless plastic according to Trabucco, Stoppa, preperitoneal techniques TIPP (trans-inguinal pre-peritoneal), TREPP (transrectus pre-peritoneal), TEP (total extraperitoneal), however, none of them showed significant advantages over the gold standard of open hernioplasty – tensionfree repair according to Liechtenstein.Laparoscopic IH correction is represented by the TAPP (transabdominal preperitoneal) technique, performed through the abdominal cavity, and TEP (total extraperitoneal) – extraperitoneal prosthetic hernioplasty. None of them has a significant advantage in the treatment of IH; therefore, when choosing a treatment method, the surgeon should be guided by the cost of the operation and the level of proficiency in one or another hernioplasty technique.
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Nizar N, Afriwardi A, Yanwirasti Y, Arlan A. Matrix Metalloproteinase-2, COL1A1, and COL3A1 mRNA Expression in Aponeurosis Musculus obliquus Externus Abdominis of Adult Inguinal Hernias. Open Access Maced J Med Sci 2021. [DOI: 10.3889/oamjms.2021.6143] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND: The ratio change of type I and type III collagen in the peritoneal tissue can be associated with defects in collagen synthesis caused by the extracellular matrix’s degradation. Matrix metalloproteinase-2 (MMP-2) is an enzyme that contributes primarily to the degradation of this extra cell.
AIM: This study aimed to analyze the differences in expression of COL1A1, COL3A1, and MMP-2 mRNA and the relationship between these expressions in adult inguinal hernias and the expression ratio between the COL1A1/COL3A1 genes.
METHODS: This study was an observational study with a cross-sectional comparative study design, where the sample was adult inguinal hernia patients who were taken from the aponeurosis tissue m. external obliquus performed at the time of surgery, while control was a non-herniated patient. The sample RNA was isolated, followed by cDNA synthesis, and examined by real-time polymerase chain reaction.
RESULTS: The mean values of expression for COL1A1, COL3A1, and MMP-2 in the case group were 40.02 ± 181.38 copy number, 33.70 ± 143.62 copy number, and 31.78 ± 84.47 copy number. Meanwhile, the expression values for COL1A1, COL3A1, and MMP-2 in the control group were 40.247 ± 162.837 copy number, 13.35 ± 37.43 copy number, and 20.58 ± 48.95 copy number.
CONCLUSIONS: Our study showed a difference in COL3A1 expression between the hernia and non-hernia groups, and no difference was found in the expression of COL1A1 and MMP2 between the hernia and non-hernia groups.
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Álvarez Restrepo JC, Moreno Diaz SJ, Gómez Castro S, Riveros CA, Salazar Radi D, Bustos Calvo J. Obstructive uropathy secondary to a ureteral paraperitoneal inguinoscrotal hernia in a patient with a pelvic ectopic solitary kidney and malrotation: a case report and review of the literature. AFRICAN JOURNAL OF UROLOGY 2021. [DOI: 10.1186/s12301-021-00169-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
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Background
Ureteral inguinoscrotal hernias (UISH) are rare, associated in some cases with congenital abnormalities of the urinary tract. Their presentation is commonly asymptomatic, and diagnosis is mostly incidental.
Case presentation
A 65-year-old male patient presented to the emergency room with neurologic symptoms and an altered renal function. Further investigation revealed a ureteral paraperitoneal inguinoscrotal hernia with a pelvic ectopic solitary kidney and malrotation. Three days after hernia repair and placement of a ureteral JJ stent, the creatinine levels stabilized, and the patient was discharged.
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This is the first reported case of a ureteral paraperitoneal inguinoscrotal hernia in a patient with a pelvic ectopic solitary kidney and malrotation. Currently, it is also the only case reported that has been managed by laparoscopy.
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Tadbiri H, Handa VL. Association between pelvic floor disorders and hernias. Int Urogynecol J 2021; 32:3017-3022. [PMID: 33730234 DOI: 10.1007/s00192-021-04762-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2020] [Accepted: 03/06/2021] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS Connective tissue disorders may contribute to pelvic floor disorders (PFDs). Like PFDs, abdominal wall hernias are more common in patients with systemic connective tissue disorders. We conducted this study to explore the possible association between PFDs and hernias in adult women. METHODS We obtained the data for this study from a study of PFDs among parous women. At enrollment, stress urinary incontinence (SUI), overactive bladder (OAB), and anal incontinence (AI) were assessed using the Epidemiology of Prolapse and Incontinence Questionnaire (EPIQ) and pelvic organ prolapse (POP) was assessed through the Pelvic Organ Prolapse Quantification (POP-Q) examination. Participants were asked to report hernia surgery and list their hernia types. We compared the prevalence of PFDs in those with and without hernias using chi-square test. We used multiple regression analysis to adjust for obstetric and sociodemographic variables. RESULTS Among 1529 women, 79 (5.2%) reported history of hernia surgery. The prevalence of POP was 7.6% (6 cases) vs. 7.4% (107 cases), the prevalence of SUI was 7.6% (6 cases) vs. 9.9% (144 cases), the prevalence of OAB was 7.6% (6 cases) vs. 5.7% (83 cases), and the prevalence of AI was 7.6% (6 cases) vs. 10.8% (156 cases) in those with hernias compared to those without hernias, respectively. None of these differences were statistically significant. There was no association between hernias and PFDs after adjustment for type of delivery, number of deliveries, age group, primary racial background, weight category, and smoking status. CONCLUSION In this study, we could not find any association between hernias and PFDs.
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- Hooman Tadbiri
- Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, MD, USA.
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- Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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Khalaf AZ. Pattern of inguinal hernia in Al- Basra teaching hospital: a prospective clinical study. ALEXANDRIA JOURNAL OF MEDICINE 2021. [DOI: 10.1080/20905068.2021.1880042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022] Open
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- Ahmed Ziarra Khalaf
- Specialist Surgeon, Department of Surgery, Al-Basra Teaching Hospital, Basra, Iraq
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Wang K, Tan SS, Xiao Y, Wang Z, Peng C, Pang W, Wu D, Chen Y. Characteristics and treatments for pediatric ordinary and incarcerated inguinal hernia based on gender: 12-year experiences from a single center. BMC Surg 2021; 21:67. [PMID: 33522917 PMCID: PMC7849117 DOI: 10.1186/s12893-020-01039-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2020] [Accepted: 12/27/2020] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background Congenital primary inguinal hernia is a common condition among children. Although much literature regarding inguinal hernia is available, large scale analysis are few, and rarely do they expand on gender difference or incarcerated hernias. Methods Patients with unilateral or bilateral inguinal hernia who were admitted to our hospital and received open inguinal hernia repair (OIHR) or laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair (LIHR) under general anesthesia were included. LIHR was performed using single-site laparoscopic percutaneous extraperitoneal closure (SLPEC). Medical records were retrospectively collected and analyzed. Results A total of 12,190 patients were included in this study. The ratio of male to female was 4.8:1. There was a total of 10,646 unilateral hernias (87.3%) and 1544 bilateral hernias (12.7%), with a corresponding ratio of 6.9:1. 12,444 hernia repair surgeries, 11,083 (89.1%) OIHR and 1361 (10.9%) LIHR, were held. OIHR had a shorter operative time than LIHR for all unilateral and female bilateral repair, unlike for bilateral male repair. There was no difference between OIHR and LIHR for ipsilateral recurrent hernia in males. There was a difference between OIHR and LIHR for metachronous contralateral hernia. Incarcerated inguinal hernia was associated with longer operative time, hospital stay and higher hospital costs. Females and patients under 1 year were more likely to present with incarcerated hernia. Conclusions OIHR should be considered for male patients, especially for unilateral and complete inguinal hernia. LIHR is highly recommended for female patients. For incarcerated hernia, attention should be paid to patients under 1 year old, as they can be 60 times more susceptible, and females. Surgeons should also be aware of ovary hernias in females.
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- Kai Wang
- Department of General Surgery, Beijing Children's Hospital, Capital Medical University, National Center for Children's Health, No.56 Nanlishi St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100045, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Beijing Children's Hospital, Capital Medical University, National Center for Children's Health, No.56 Nanlishi St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100045, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Beijing Children's Hospital, Capital Medical University, National Center for Children's Health, No.56 Nanlishi St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100045, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Beijing Children's Hospital, Capital Medical University, National Center for Children's Health, No.56 Nanlishi St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100045, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Beijing Children's Hospital, Capital Medical University, National Center for Children's Health, No.56 Nanlishi St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100045, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Beijing Children's Hospital, Capital Medical University, National Center for Children's Health, No.56 Nanlishi St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100045, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Beijing Children's Hospital, Capital Medical University, National Center for Children's Health, No.56 Nanlishi St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100045, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Beijing Children's Hospital, Capital Medical University, National Center for Children's Health, No.56 Nanlishi St, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100045, China.
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Li B, Zhang X, Man Y, Xie J, Hu W, Huang H, Wang Y, Ma H. Lichtenstein inguinal hernia repairs with porcine small intestine submucosa: a 5- year follow-up. a prospective randomized controlled study. Regen Biomater 2021; 8:rbaa055. [PMID: 33732500 PMCID: PMC7947568 DOI: 10.1093/rb/rbaa055] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2020] [Revised: 10/10/2020] [Accepted: 11/25/2020] [Indexed: 01/06/2023] Open
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Porcine small intestine submucosa (SIS) biologic patch has been used in inguinal hernia repair. However, there are little data available to assess the long-term effect after repair. This study aimed to explore the long-term effect of SIS patch in open inguinal hernia repair. Sevent-six patients with unilateral inguinal hernia were treated with Lichtenstein tension-free hernia repair using SIS patch (Beijing Datsing Bio-Tech Co., Ltd.) and Surgisis patch (COOK, USA) in Tianjin Union Medical Center and China-Japan Friendship Hospital. In the trial, the long-term efficacy of the treatment group and the control group were compared. A total of 66 patients in both groups received long-term follow-up (> 5 years) after surgery, with a follow-up rate of 86.8%. During the follow-up period, there was one case of recurrence, one case of chronic pain in the control group. There was no statistically significant difference (P > 0.05) in terms of recurrence, chronic pain, foreign body sensation and infection between the two groups of patients. After long-term observations, it has been found that the porcine small intestinal submucosa (SIS) biological patch is safe and effective for inguinal hernia Lichtenstein repair, and has a low recurrence rate and complication rate.
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- Baoshan Li
- Department of Hernia and Abdominal Wall Surgery, Tianjin Union Medical Center, 190, jieyuan Road, HongqiaoDistrict, Tianjin 300121, China
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- Department of Hernia and Abdominal Wall Surgery, Tianjin Union Medical Center, 190, jieyuan Road, HongqiaoDistrict, Tianjin 300121, China
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- Department of Hernia and Abdominal Wall Surgery, Tianjin Union Medical Center, 190, jieyuan Road, HongqiaoDistrict, Tianjin 300121, China
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- Department of Hernia and Abdominal Wall Surgery, Tianjin Union Medical Center, 190, jieyuan Road, HongqiaoDistrict, Tianjin 300121, China
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- Department of Hernia and Abdominal Wall Surgery, Tianjin Union Medical Center, 190, jieyuan Road, HongqiaoDistrict, Tianjin 300121, China
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- Department of Hernia and Abdominal Wall Surgery, Tianjin Union Medical Center, 190, jieyuan Road, HongqiaoDistrict, Tianjin 300121, China
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- Department of Hernia and Abdominal Wall Surgery, Tianjin Union Medical Center, 190, jieyuan Road, HongqiaoDistrict, Tianjin 300121, China
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- Department of General Surgery, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Sakura Garden East Street, Chaoyang District, Beijing 100029, China
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Rathbun JR, Thimmappa N, Weinstein SH, Murray KS. Ureteroinguinal hernia with obstructive urolithiasis. Int Braz J Urol 2020; 46:857-858. [PMID: 32648431 PMCID: PMC7822378 DOI: 10.1590/s1677-5538.ibju.2019.0415] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2019] [Accepted: 05/06/2019] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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- JuliAnne R Rathbun
- Division of Urology, University of Missouri School of Medicine, Columbia, Missouri, USA.,Department of Surgery University of Missouri School of Medicine, Columbia, Missouri, USA
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- Department of Radiology, University of Missouri School of Medicine, Columbia, Missouri, USA
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- Division of Urology, University of Missouri School of Medicine, Columbia, Missouri, USA.,Department of Surgery University of Missouri School of Medicine, Columbia, Missouri, USA
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- Division of Urology, University of Missouri School of Medicine, Columbia, Missouri, USA.,Department of Surgery University of Missouri School of Medicine, Columbia, Missouri, USA
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Wu YH, Juan YS, Shen JT, Wang HS, Jhan JH, Lee YC, Geng JH. Lower urinary tract symptoms-Benign prostatic hyperplasia may increase the risk of subsequent inguinal hernia in a Taiwanese population: A nationwide population-Based cohort study. PLoS One 2020; 15:e0234329. [PMID: 32511262 PMCID: PMC7279606 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0234329] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2020] [Accepted: 05/22/2020] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
Abstract
Introduction & objectives It has been suggested that lower urinary tract symptoms—benign prostatic hyperplasia (LUTS-BPH) may be a risk factor for inguinal hernia (IH). The aim of this study was to examine the emergence of a subsequent IH diagnosis in men with and without LUTS-BPH. Methods From a database derived from the National Health Insurance Program covering 99% of the population in Taiwan, 22,310 men with LUTS-BPH and 22,310 matched men without LUTS-BPH were identified and followed for IH from 1997 to 2013. Both IH and LUTS-BPH were defined by the ninth revision of the International Classification of Diseases code (ICD9). Subjects younger than 20 years of age and with IH diagnosed before the index date were excluded. We used Cox proportional hazards regression models to estimate hazard ratios (HRs) for subsequent IH, controlling for potential confounders. Results Men with and without LUTS-BPH had similar age and comorbidity distributions. During the 10 years of follow-up, 1,303 (5.84%) men with LUTS-BPH and 735 (2.53%) men without LUTS-BPH developed IH. The mean time to IH was 4.02 years and 4.44 years, respectively. After adjusting for age and comorbidities, LUTS-BPH was associated with a two-fold increased risk of IH (HR:2.25, 95% CI = 2.04–2.49). Conclusion This nation-wide population-based cohort study showed that LUTS-BPH increased the risk of subsequent IH in a Taiwanese Population.
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Affiliation(s)
- Yi-Hsuan Wu
- Department of Urology, Kaohsiung Municipal Hsiao-Kang Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
- Department of Urology, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
- Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
- Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
- Department of Urology, Kaohsiung Municipal Ta-Tung Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
| | - Jung-Tsung Shen
- Department of Urology, Kaohsiung Municipal Hsiao-Kang Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
| | - Hsun-Shuan Wang
- Department of Urology, Kaohsiung Municipal Hsiao-Kang Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
- Department of Urology, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
- Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
| | - Jhen-Hao Jhan
- Department of Urology, Kaohsiung Municipal Hsiao-Kang Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
- Department of Urology, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
- Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Kaohsiung Municipal Hsiao-Kang Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
- Department of Urology, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
- Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Kaohsiung Municipal Hsiao-Kang Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
- Department of Urology, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
- Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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