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ReviewCureus2024

Rives-Stoppa Repair Versus Bilateral Inguinal Hernioplasty: A Comprehensive Review of Surgical Techniques and Patient Outcomes.

Poosarla Ram Sohan, Chandrashekhar Mahakalkar, Shivani Kshirsagar, Shruthi Bikkumalla, Srinivasa Reddy, Akansha Hatewar, Sparsh Dixit

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Review in Cureus, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 3 papers.

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5 · Who and what money

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7 authors.

Poosarla Ram SohanGeneral Surgery, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND.
Chandrashekhar MahakalkarGeneral Surgery, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND.
Shivani KshirsagarGeneral Surgery, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND.
Shruthi BikkumallaGeneral Surgery, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND.
Srinivasa ReddyGeneral Surgery, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND.
Akansha HatewarGeneral Surgery, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND.
Sparsh DixitGeneral Surgery, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Hernia repair surgery is a common procedure to address the protrusion of organs or tissues through weakened muscles or connective tissue. This review compares two prominent surgical techniques for hernia repair: the Rives-Stoppa repair and bilateral inguinal hernioplasty. The Rives-Stoppa repair involves a posterior approach with extensive mesh placement suitable for complex and recurrent hernias. In contrast, bilateral inguinal hernioplasty focuses on simultaneously repairing bilateral hernias, potentially reducing operative time and enhancing recovery. This review examines each approach's technical aspects, including incision methods, mesh placement, and closure techniques. Patient outcomes, such as postoperative pain, recovery time, recurrence rates, and quality of life, are critically analyzed based on current research and clinical data. Economic considerations are also evaluated, encompassing each technique's cost-effectiveness and economic impact. By synthesizing these findings, this review aims to provide valuable insights for surgeons, healthcare providers, and policymakers in optimizing hernia repair strategies. The evolving landscape of surgical techniques and materials underscores the importance of ongoing research to refine practices and improve outcomes for patients undergoing hernia repair surgery.

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bilateral inguinal hernioplastycost-effectivenesshernia repair surgerypatient outcomesrives-stoppa repairsurgical techniques

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PMID39184704
PMCPMC11345036

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