SynthesisSurgical endoscopy2025
Outcomes of surgical repair of acquired lateral abdominal wall hernias: a meta-analysis.
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- The concept of Laparoscopic Intracorporeal Rectus Aponeuroplasty (LIRA) technique in complex abdominal hernias based on size and location.BMC surgery · 2026Article
- Spiegel hernia in elective repair: a single-center experience with 47 cases, comparison of laparoscopic and open repair outcomes.Hernia : the journal of hernias and abdominal wall surgery · 2026Article
- Robotic-assisted treatment of flank hernias with progressive intracorporeal fascial traction (PIFT): A novel technique for secure fascial adaptation.Hernia : the journal of hernias and abdominal wall surgery · 2025Article
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Abstract
purposeAcquired lateral abdominal wall hernias (LAWH) are rare, anatomically complex defects that pose a surgical challenge. This study aims to evaluate outcomes and compare surgical approaches for acquired LAWH repair.
methodsA systematic search of PubMed and EMBASE was conducted in June 2024. Studies describing single surgical techniques or comparative approaches for acquired LAWHs were included. The primary outcome was recurrence; secondary outcomes included postoperative complications. Meta-analysis estimated pooled rates; pairwise analysis compared laparoscopic and open approaches.
resultsData from 41 studies comprising 10,771 participants were pooled. The median age was 59.9 years (36.4-70.0), BMI was 29 kg/m
conclusionThis meta-analysis presents the first pooled estimates of recurrence and complication rates for acquired LAWHs, highlighting variations based on hernia characteristics and management. Laparoscopic repair was associated with a 33.6% lower recurrence rate, with similar overall complication rates. Further research is needed to optimize surgical approaches and outcomes.
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