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Signs and landmarks in eTEP Rives-Stoppa repair of ventral hernias
B Ramana1, E Arora2, I Belyansky3
1Department of Minimal Access, Bariatric, Hernia and GI Surgery, CMRI Hospital, Kolkata, India.
Summary
The endoscopic eTEP approach enhances the retro-muscular Rives-Stoppa repair, offering benefits like infection tolerance and mesh stability. Anatomical signs like the "lamppost sign" ensure surgical safety and efficiency.
Area of Science:
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Surgical Anatomy
Background:
- The retro-muscular Rives-Stoppa repair is gaining popularity due to the endoscopic eTEP approach.
- This technique offers advantages such as improved infection tolerance, mechanical robustness, and reduced need for mesh fixation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the endoscopic technique for retro-muscular Rives-Stoppa repair.
- To highlight the importance of anatomical landmarks for safe surgical execution.
Main Methods:
- The eTEP technique involves a crossover between retro-rectus spaces to create a large extra-peritoneal space.
- Operating in the extra-peritoneal plane and salvaging peritoneum minimizes defects in the posterior rectus sheath.
Main Results:
- The "lamppost sign" identifies the lateral limit of dissection, preventing neurovascular injury.
- The "volcano sign" and "Mercedes-Benz sign" aid in identifying hernia anatomy and surgical field composition.
Conclusions:
- These anatomical signs are crucial for safe dissection and reducing operative time.
- The described technique facilitates efficient and safe retro-muscular mesh placement.
