Guidelines for treatment of umbilical and epigastric hernias from the European Hernia Society and Americas Hernia Society
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DOI: 10.1002/bjs.11489
Abstract: Umbilical and epigastric hernia repairs are frequently performed surgical procedures with an expected low complication rate. Nevertheless, the optimal method of repair with best short‐ and long‐term outcomes remains debatable. The aim was to develop… read more here.
Keywords: hernia; umbilical epigastric; hernia society; guidelines treatment ... See more keywords
Open versus laparoscopic umbilical and epigastric hernia repair: nationwide data on short- and long-term outcomes
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DOI: 10.1007/s00464-021-08312-5
Abstract: It is unclear whether an open or laparoscopic approach results in the best outcomes for repair of umbilical and epigastric hernias. The aim of the study was to evaluate the rates of 90-day readmission and… read more here.
Keywords: laparoscopic; umbilical epigastric; open laparoscopic; laparoscopic repair ... See more keywords