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Application of a New Mesh Fixation Method in Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Published on: December 23, 2022
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Atraumatic laparoscopic intraperitoneal mesh fixation using a new laparoscopic device: an animal experimental study.
R N Villalobos1, M C Mias2, C Gas2
1Abdominal Wall Surgery Unit, General Surgery Department, Arnau de Vilanova University Hospital, 80 Rovira Roure Avenue, 25198, Lleida, Catalonia, Spain. rafovilla26@gmail.com.
Summary
N-butyl-cyanoacrylate glue provides a safe and effective method for laparoscopic ventral and incisional hernia repair mesh fixation. This study in pigs demonstrated no mesh complications and good tensile strength, supporting its clinical use.
Area of Science:
- Surgical Innovation
- Biomaterials Science
- Veterinary Surgery
Background:
- Laparoscopic ventral and incisional hernia repair (LVIHR) is common but faces complications like post-operative pain and bleeding due to mesh fixation.
- Current mesh fixation methods can cause trauma, prolonging hospital stays.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate n-butyl-cyanoacrylate (GLUBRAN® 2) as a sole mesh fixation agent in laparoscopic ventral and incisional hernia repair.
- To assess the morphological, biomechanical, and histological characteristics of the mesh-tissue interface using this synthetic glue.
Main Methods:
- Ten female pigs underwent laparoscopic procedures with two meshes fixed intraperitoneally using only GLUBRAN® 2.
- Animals were divided into two groups, sacrificed at 3 weeks (Group A) and 12 weeks (Group B).
- Morphological, biomechanical (tensile strength), and histological analyses were performed on the mesh-tissue interface.
Main Results:
- No mesh disruption, migration, or folding was observed in any animal.
- Mean tensile strength increased from 1.4 N/cm (±0.2) at 3 weeks to 2.5 N/cm (±0.8) at 12 weeks.
- Histological analysis revealed a chronic lymphocytic inflammatory and desmoplastic reaction at fixation sites, with some areas showing bone formation.
Conclusions:
- N-butyl-cyanoacrylate (GLUBRAN® 2) is a feasible, effective, and safe option for laparoscopic mesh fixation in intraperitoneal incisional/ventral hernia repair.
- The glue demonstrated good biocompatibility and tissue integration in this animal model.
- Further clinical studies are warranted to confirm these findings in human patients.
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