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External herniae: ventral herniae and summary.

L Wosornu

    Tropical Doctor
    |April 1, 1975
    PubMed
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    This study reviews inguinal, femoral, and ventral hernias in tropical regions, highlighting unique surgical considerations and recommending elective herniorrhaphy as the preferred treatment for inguinal hernias. Femoral hernias require expert surgical repair due to rarity.

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    Area of Science:

    • Surgery
    • Tropical Medicine
    • Anatomy

    Background:

    • Hernias, including inguinal, femoral, and ventral types, present unique challenges in tropical settings.
    • A retrospective survey at Korle Bu Hospital, Accra, revealed 609 external hernia repairs over 15 months, indicating a significant prevalence.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight peculiar aspects of hernias encountered in tropical surgery.
    • To describe the applied anatomy of the inguinal canal in adult Ghanaians.
    • To recommend optimal surgical treatments for various hernia types.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of three articles discussing inguinal, femoral, and ventral hernias.
    • Analysis of surgical experiences from Korle Bu Hospital, Accra.
    • Description of applied anatomy and clinical features of hernias.
    • Discussion of operative techniques and differential diagnoses.

    Main Results:

    • Inguinal hernias in Accra are often large and predominantly affect men.
    • The infantile type of inguinal hernia is common in adult Ghanaians.
    • Elective herniorrhaphy using non-absorbable suture material is recommended for inguinal hernias.
    • Femoral hernias are rare and necessitate repair by skilled surgeons.

    Conclusions:

    • Preoperative differentiation between direct and indirect inguinal hernias is advised.
    • Herniotomy is sufficient for children, while women may require combined procedures.
    • Outpatient hernia repair may be a safe option in tropical regions.
    • Recurrence rates for treated hernias are reported as rare.

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