Conversion From Open to Laparoscopic Surgery in Strangulated Hernia Repair: Toward a Gold Option Proposal.

Michela Zanatta1, Francesco Basile1, Marcello Donati1

  • 1Department of Surgery and Medical-Surgical Specialties, University of Catania, Catania, Italy.

Summary

This study introduces a novel "reverse strategy" for treating strangulated hernias, converting an initial open mesh repair to a laparoscopic approach. This method offers a potential new option for emergency hernia surgery in select patients.

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