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Laparoscopic ventral hernia repair: local experience.
K Kannan1, C Ng, T Ravintharan
1Department of General Surgery, Changi General Hospital, 2 Simei Street 3, Singapore 529889. ravit@starhub.net.sg
Singapore Medical Journal
|June 8, 2004
Summary
Laparoscopic ventral hernia repair (LVHR) is a safe and effective treatment for ventral hernias. This study shows LVHR offers a feasible option with successful outcomes and reduced surgical morbidity.
Area of Science:
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
Background:
- Laparoscopic ventral hernia repair (LVHR) is an emerging technique for treating ventral hernias.
- This study presents the initial local experience with LVHR and reviews existing literature.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the outcomes of laparoscopic ventral hernia repair.
- To assess the feasibility and efficacy of LVHR in a local patient cohort.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of patients undergoing LVHR between December 1998 and May 2002.
- Evaluation of operative time, hospital stay, complications, and recurrence rates.
Main Results:
- Twenty patients (16 female, 4 male; average age 54) underwent LVHR.
- Mean operative time was 117 minutes; mean hospital stay was 2 days.
- A 5.0% recurrence rate was observed with a mean follow-up of 14.9 months; two minor complications occurred.
Conclusions:
- LVHR is a feasible surgical option for ventral hernias.
- The procedure demonstrates potential for successful treatment and reduced surgical morbidity.