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Trocar site hernia after laparoscopic cholecystectomy
Hatim Y Uslu1, Ayhan B Erkek, Atil Cakmak
1Department of General Surgery, Ankara University, School of Medicine, Ankara, Turkey.
Summary
Older age, obesity, and longer operation times increase trocar site hernia risk after laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Closing 10-mm trocar sites in high-risk patients may prevent hernias.
Area of Science:
- General Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
Background:
- Trocar site hernias are a known complication of laparoscopic surgery.
- Identifying risk factors is crucial for prevention strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine pre- and perioperative factors influencing trocar site hernia development after laparoscopic cholecystectomy.
Main Methods:
- A study group of 776 patients undergoing laparoscopic cholecystectomy was analyzed.
- Factors assessed included gender, age, BMI, operation duration, and cholecystitis type.
- Univariable and multivariable models were used to evaluate risk factors.
Main Results:
- Univariate analysis showed female gender, older age, higher BMI, and longer operation duration increased hernia risk.
- Multivariable analysis identified older age, higher BMI, and longer operation duration as significant risk factors.
- Gender was not a significant predictor in the multivariable model.
Conclusions:
- Closure of 10-mm trocar sites is recommended for patients over 60, obese individuals, and those with prolonged surgery.
- These preventive measures may reduce the incidence of postoperative trocar site hernias.