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ArticleBMC surgery2025

Minimally invasive myofascial closure device in combination with laparoscopy for pediatric linea alba hernia repair: a new approach.

Hong Zhang, Yuanyuan Luo, Jixiao Zeng, Fei Liu, Menglong Lan, Zhihua Ye, Boyuan Tao, Lini Wen, Xiaogang Xu

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Hong Zhang *Guangzhou Institute of Pediatrics, Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Center, Guangzhou Medical University, No.318 Renmin Road, Guangzhou, 510000, China.
Yuanyuan Luo *Guangzhou Institute of Pediatrics, Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Center, Guangzhou Medical University, No.318 Renmin Road, Guangzhou, 510000, China.
Jixiao ZengGuangzhou Institute of Pediatrics, Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Center, Guangzhou Medical University, No.318 Renmin Road, Guangzhou, 510000, China.
Fei LiuGuangzhou Institute of Pediatrics, Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Center, Guangzhou Medical University, No.318 Renmin Road, Guangzhou, 510000, China.
Menglong LanGuangzhou Institute of Pediatrics, Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Center, Guangzhou Medical University, No.318 Renmin Road, Guangzhou, 510000, China.
Zhihua YeGuangzhou Institute of Pediatrics, Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Center, Guangzhou Medical University, No.318 Renmin Road, Guangzhou, 510000, China.
Boyuan TaoGuangzhou Institute of Pediatrics, Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Center, Guangzhou Medical University, No.318 Renmin Road, Guangzhou, 510000, China.
Lini WenGuangzhou Institute of Pediatrics, Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Center, Guangzhou Medical University, No.318 Renmin Road, Guangzhou, 510000, China.
Xiaogang XuGuangzhou Institute of Pediatrics, Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Center, Guangzhou Medical University, No.318 Renmin Road, Guangzhou, 510000, China. 2021760181@gzhmu.edu.cn.

Funding

Guangzhou Clinical Characteristic Technology Project 2023C-TS48Guangzhou Science and Technology Plan of Municipal University (Institute) Joint Funding 202201020612National Natural Science Foundation of China 82170528Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars of Guangdong Province 2022A1515012254
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backgroundWe assessed the safety, feasibility, and efficacy of a new minimally invasive technique for pediatric linea alba hernia repair, using a fascial closure device with laparoscopic support. The surgical procedure and technical details are outlined.

methodsClinical data of 15 pediatric patients (6 males, 9 females; ages ranging from 2 to 12 years inclusive) who underwent repair of linea alba hernias using a minimally invasive fascial closure device with laparoscopic assistance at the Guangzhou Medical University Women and Children’s Medical Center between June 2023 and June 2024 were retrospectively reviewed. Preoperative abdominal ultrasonography confirmed hernia diagnoses and measured defects. All surgeries were performed laparoscopically.

resultsAll surgeries were completed laparoscopically without conversion to open procedures. The average surgery time was 28.33 min (range, 15–55 min), and postoperative pain was negligible (pain score: 0), with hospital stays averaging 2 days (range: 1–4). No complications or recurrences were noted over 1 to 12 months of follow-up.

conclusionUsing a minimally invasive fascial closure device with laparoscopic assistance for repairing pediatric linea alba hernias proved safe, feasible, and effective. This approach promotes quick recovery, minimal surgical trauma, reproducibility, and excellent cosmetic outcomes, making it an advantageous treatment option for pediatric patients.

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Abdominal Wound Closure TechniquesHernia, UmbilicalHerniorrhaphyLaparoscopyChildChild, PreschoolFeasibility StudiesFemaleHumansMaleMinimally Invasive Surgical ProceduresRetrospective StudiesFascial closure deviceLaparoscopic techniqueLinea alba herniaMinimally invasive surgeryPediatric surgerySurgical outcomes

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