Present situation and prospect of the rapid development of hernia and abdominal wall surgery for 20 years in China

VernacularTitle:我国疝和腹壁外科二十年快速发展的现状与展望
Author: Jie CHEN ; Yingmo SHEN ; Fuqiang CHEN
Keywords: Hernia; Abdominal surgery; Tension-free repair; Achievement
From: Chinese Journal of Digestive Surgery 2017;16(9):899-902
CountryChina
Language:Chinese
Abstract: Hernia is ancient and common.With the emerging of new concepts,techniques,materials and equipments,treatment methods of hernia have undergone ever-changing changes in the 21st century.Hernia and abdominal wall surgery in China has been developing fast in the past 20 years,and has achieved remarkable progress.However,some problems still exist,such as unbalanced regional development,concept misunderstanding,classification confusions,less standardized technology,poor follow-up method,lack of innovation,and so on.Therefore,it's crucial to recognize the shortcomings of the current stagey,discuss the existing problems,sum up experiences and lessons,and clarify the direction of improvement,in order to provide a solid foundation for the sustainable development of hernia and abdominal surgery for our country.