Classification of incisional hernias of the abdominal wall

Laparoscopic repair of incisional and other complex abdominal wall hernias.

Incisional hernia is one of the most common complications of abdominal surgery, with a reported occurrence rate of up to 20% after laparotomy. The high incidence of hernia formation significantly contributes to both patient morbidity and health care costs. Although a variety of approaches have been described to repair these defects, historically the results have been disappointing. Recurrence r...

Handlebar Hernias: Case Reports of Rare Traumatic Abdominal Wall Hernias

The Many Guises of Endometriosis: Giant Abdominal Wall Endometriosis Masquerading as An Incisional Hernia

Endometriosis is defined by the presence of ectopic endometrial tissue outside the uterine cavity. Despite being a lead cause of chronic pelvic pain and infertility, its clinical presentation can vary, leading to diagnostic and therapeutic challenges. Extra-pelvic endometriosis is particularly difficult to diagnose owing to its ability to mimic other conditions. Endometrial tissue in a surgical...

Modified rives-stoppa repair for abdominal incisional hernias

Incisional hernias are a prevalent problem in abdominal surgery and occur in 11% of patients who undergo laparotomy. Primary suture closure of incisional hernias results in a 31%-58% chance of recurrence. The addition of a prosthetic mesh implant decreases recurrence rates to 8%-10%. Popularized in Europe by Rives and Stoppa, the sublay technique has proven to be very effective, with low recurr...

Complex Incisional Hernias

Citation: Scheuerlein H, Settmacher U, Lenschow M, Rauchfuss F (2016) Complex Incisional Hernias. Arch Clin Gastroenterol 2(2): 017-026. DOI: 10.17352/2455-2283.000014 017 well as the surgeon’s level of expertise and experience are taken into account. In Germany, approximately 30% of incisional hernias are being treated by laparoscopic IPOM, 30% by sublay, 13% by open IPOM, 5% by onlay and 12% ...