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    Prophylactic mesh augmentation (PMA) significantly reduces incisional hernia (IH) risk after laparotomy. Further research and guidelines are needed for optimal patient selection and technique, despite existing evidence supporting PMA effectiveness.

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    Area of Science:

    • Surgical Innovation
    • Hernia Repair
    • Preventive Medicine

    Background:

    • Incisional hernia (IH) is a common complication following laparotomy.
    • Prophylactic mesh augmentation (PMA) aims to reduce IH incidence by implanting mesh during initial closure.
    • Current evidence lacks comprehensive guidelines for PMA implementation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review existing literature on Prophylactic mesh augmentation (PMA) for incisional hernia (IH) risk reduction.
    • To identify research gaps and areas for developing responsible PMA guidelines.
    • To assess the current status and future needs for PMA adoption.

    Main Methods:

    • Comprehensive literature review across Scopus, Cochrane, PubMed, and clinicaltrials.gov.
    • Inclusion of studies on patient outcomes, cost utility, risk modeling, surgical techniques, and materials.
    • Systematic evaluation of 551 articles and 357 trials related to PMA.

    Main Results:

    • Multiple studies demonstrate a significant decrease in IH incidence with PMA compared to suture-only closure.
    • Evidence supports PMA's cost utility and patient risk stratification models.
    • A lack of large-scale, multicenter randomized control trials, particularly in the US, was identified.

    Conclusions:

    • Prophylactic mesh augmentation (PMA) shows promise in reducing incisional hernia (IH) rates.
    • Standardized guidelines and robust evidence from large pragmatic trials are crucial for widespread PMA adoption.
    • Addressing barriers like coding and further research is necessary for advancing PMA techniques.