ArticleHernia : the journal of hernias and abdominal wall surgery2022
Initial results of an indigenous absorbable tacker for mesh fixation in laparoscopic ventral hernia repair: a retrospective analysis of 158 cases.
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objectiveThe aim of this study was to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of a Chinese absorbable tack for mesh fixation in laparoscopic abdominal wall hernia repair compared to a widely used similar imported product.
methodsFrom May 2019 to December 2020, the clinical data of 158 patients with abdominal wall hernias were analyzed. They were divided into two groups: 76 patients underwent surgery with local absorbable tacks for mesh fixation (experimental group) and 82 patients received a similar imported product (control group). Preoperative and postoperative variables, effectiveness of postoperative immediate fixation, and with ease of handling of instruments were analyzed statistically. Complications and adverse events were followed and analyzed statistically. Meanwhile, medical costs were recorded and evaluated.
resultsThere were no statistically significant differences between the two groups in terms of demographic data, hernia types, hernia defects, or number of tacks used for mesh fixation during operation. The effect of postoperative immediate fixation and with ease of handling of instruments in both groups were not significantly different. During the follow-up period, no recurrence or adverse events occurred in either group. No significant differences were noted between the two groups for other complications, such as chronic pain, foreign body sensation, infection of the abdominal wall, hematoma and seroma. There was a significant difference in medical costs between the two groups: the costs associated with the experimental group using local tacks were lower.
conclusionChinese absorbable tacks for mesh fixation in laparoscopic abdominal wall hernia repair are effective, safe, and economical. They are worthy of clinical application.
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