The placement and fixation of mesh plug and patch in tension-free hernioplasty

VernacularTitle:无张力疝修补术中网塞和补片的安放与固定
Author: Xiuting WANG ; Yajun FANG ; Hongtao SUN ; Zhimin LIU
Publication Type:Journal Article
Keywords: Tension-free hernioplasty; Mesh plug; Patch; Placement; Fixation
From: Chinese Journal of Postgraduates of Medicine 2010;33(8):24-26
CountryChina
Language:Chinese
Abstract: Objective To explore the method of correctly placing and fixing mesh plug and patch in tension-free hernioplasty. Methods The data of 123 cases of plug-mesh tension-free hernioplasty with the method of placing and fixing mesh plug and patch were reviewed. Observed the incidence of postoperative effusion, infection, sinus formation, skin flap necrosis and hernia recurrence. Results All patients were restored after operation 8 days. Followed-up 1.5 -10.0 years,there was no incision effusion, infection,skin flap necrosis in all cases. No relapse happened on the operated side and 5 cases of inguinal hernia occurred on the non-operated side. Conclusions Mesh plug and patch must be placed to cover the whole abdominal wall defects,and contact closely with surrounding healthy tissue. They need to be placed neatly,fixed firmly and perpetually without any damage to the normal tissue structure.