Abstract
Introduction : Tension-free mesh repair has become a standard operation for both inguinal and ventral hernia repair. VentralexⓇ, a dual mesh, is a polypropylene mesh coated with ePTFE, and is designed for a rather small ventral hernias, such as umbilical and port-site hernia. We report clinical outcome of hernia repair by VentralexⓇ.
Patients and Methods : From December 2005 to September 2009, 31 patients underwent VentralexⓇ repairs for ventral hernia in our hospital. With skin incision just above the hernial orifice, the sac was dissected and laparotomy was performed. Adhesion around the hernia orifice was detached minimally, and VentralexⓇ was inserted into the abdominal cavity. The edge of the hernia orifice and the straps of four stitches were fixed by 2.0 polypropylene sutures and the excess strap was excised.
Results : Mean operating time was 53 minutes and mean post operative hospital stay was 4.6 days. Only one patient needed conservative therapy for seroma, and no recurrence of hernia has been identified with a mean follow-up period of 24 months.
Conclusion : VentralexⓇ repair is a easy, safe and effective technique for ventral hernia.
