Polypropylene mesh repair of sacroperineal hernia following sacrectomy with long-term follow-up. A case report and literature review.

Abstract

Sacroperineal hernia is an uncommon complication following sacrectomy. We review previous techniques of repair and report a simple method of reconstructing the operative defect using polypropylene mesh. This case has been without complication or repeat herniation at six years follow-up.