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Deep SSI after mesh-mediated groin hernia repair: management and outcome in an Emergency Surgery Department
Aim:
Mesh-mediated groin hernia repair is considered the goldstandard procedure. It has low recurrence rate. Rarely a deep Surgical Site Infection (SSI) is seen when a synthetic prosthesis is used.
Case Report:
We describe a rare case of bilateral deep SSI after mesh-mediated groin hernia repair. Diagnosis was performed through the physical examination and radiological exams. Microbiological samples identified a methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus responsible of the infection. Target therapy was performed and re-operation performed in order to remove the infected prosthesis and to apply a biological one to create the fibrous scaffold. During follow-up time, right side recurrence was observed. Tru-cut biopsy of fascia was obtained in order to identify the responsible of the recurrence.
Conclusion:
Combination of antibiotic therapy and surgical reoperation seems to be the correct way to approach the deep SSI after mesh-mediated groin hernia repair. The use of biological mesh after synthetic removal seems to improve the final outcome.
Insights
Deep surgical site infections (SSI) after mesh hernia repair are rare but serious. Combining antibiotics with surgery, and using biological mesh, can improve outcomes for these complex cases.
Area of Science:
- Surgical Oncology
- Infectious Diseases
- Biomaterials Science
Background:
- Mesh-mediated groin hernia repair is the standard, offering low recurrence rates.
- Deep surgical site infections (SSI) are a rare complication associated with synthetic mesh prostheses.
Observation:
- A rare case of bilateral deep SSI following mesh-mediated groin hernia repair is presented.
- Infection was diagnosed via physical examination and radiological imaging.
- Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) was identified as the causative agent.
Findings:
- Targeted antibiotic therapy and surgical intervention, including prosthesis removal and replacement with a biological mesh, were performed.
- A recurrence on the right side was observed during follow-up.
- Biopsy analysis is pending to identify the cause of recurrence.
Implications:
- A combined approach of antibiotic therapy and surgical reoperation is crucial for managing deep SSI after mesh hernia repair.
- Utilizing biological mesh after synthetic mesh removal may enhance patient outcomes and reduce recurrence.
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