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Laparoscopic Repair of Para-Esophageal Hernia Using Absorbable Biosynthetic Mesh
Published on: September 11, 2021
Transthoracic Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
James Matthew Reinersman1, Subrato J Deb1
1Division of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, 800 Stanton L. Young Boulevard, Suite 9000, Oklahoma City, OK 73104, USA.
Abstract:
The transthoracic approach to PEH repair has been displaced by the laparoscopic methods of repair for valuable reasons. Despite the pressures of performing minimally invasive surgery, the experienced esophageal surgeon will appreciate the benefits of the transthoracic repair in select circumstances as outlined in this article. In this writing, we discussed our indications, the salient anatomy and important steps in performing a successful transthoracic PEH repair.
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