HerniaPub Date : 2024-10-01Epub Date: 2024-08-10DOI: 10.1007/s10029-024-03121-w
Marek Szczepkowski, Mateusz Zamkowski, Suwała Alicja, Witkowski Piotr, Maciej Śmietański
{"title":"Evaluating EHS parastomal hernia classification for surgical planning: a retrospective analysis of 160 consecutive cases in a single center.","authors":"Marek Szczepkowski, Mateusz Zamkowski, Suwała Alicja, Witkowski Piotr, Maciej Śmietański","doi":"10.1007/s10029-024-03121-w","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10029-024-03121-w","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Parastomal hernia (PH) is a prevalent complication following ostomy formation, presenting significant challenges in surgical management. This study aims to validate the European Hernia Society classification for PH through the application of the Hybrid Parastomal Endoscopic Repair (HyPER) method. The study focuses on establishing the practical utility of the European Hernia Society classification in a clinical setting, particularly in guiding surgical approaches and improving patient outcomes.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>This retrospective observational study aimed to assess the utility of the European Hernia Society classification in planning surgical strategies for parastomal hernias. The validation of the classification of PH was based on the experience involving 160 patients in single center. Patients were classified according to the European Hernia Society criteria, and data were collected on patient demographics, clinical presentations, and surgical outcomes. Main goal was to assess the consistency and applicability of the European Hernia Society classification in predicting surgical challenges and outcomes.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The study found a predominance of complex Type III and IV hernias. The European Hernia Society classification was effective in categorizing PH, aiding in surgical planning and highlighting the increased complication rates associated with more complex hernia types. This study represents the largest single-center cohort treated for PH by a single team, providing a controlled evaluation of the HyPER technique's effectiveness.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>The validation of the European Hernia Society classification in this study is a significant advancement in the standardization of PH management. The findings demonstrate the classification's utility in enhancing surgical planning and patient-centered care. The study also opens avenues for further research into standardized approaches and techniques in PH treatment.</p>","PeriodicalId":13168,"journal":{"name":"Hernia","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141912442","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
HerniaPub Date : 2024-10-01Epub Date: 2024-08-23DOI: 10.1007/s10029-024-03138-1
Xiaoli Liu, Qiuyue Ma, Deyu Tong, Yingmo Shen
{"title":"Analysis of hospitalization costs in adult inguinal hernia: based on quantile regression model.","authors":"Xiaoli Liu, Qiuyue Ma, Deyu Tong, Yingmo Shen","doi":"10.1007/s10029-024-03138-1","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10029-024-03138-1","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Inguinal hernia repair is a common surgical procedure with significant variability in hospitalization costs. Traditional cost analysis methods often overlook the distribution of costs across patient demographics and clinical factors. This study employs a quantile regression model to explore the determinants of hospitalization costs for adult inguinal hernia surgery, providing a detailed understanding of cost variations across different quantiles.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We analyzed data from adult patients who underwent inguinal hernia surgery at Beijing Chaoyang Hospital from January 2015 to June 2023. The study included patient demographics, hernia-related information, surgery-related details, and cost-related data. A quantile regression model was used to assess the impact of various factors on hospitalization costs at different quantiles (10%, 20%, 30%, 40%, 50%, 60%, 70%, 80%, 90%). Data were processed using StataSE 15.0 software.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Our study included 16,602 patients, predominantly male (91.86%) and Han Chinese (96.48%), with the 51-64 years age group being the largest (26.80%). The quantile regression analysis revealed significant cost variations across different quantiles. Younger patients incurred higher costs, with age coefficients ranging from -40.541 at the 90th quantile to -3.082 at the 10th quantile. Uninsured patients faced higher costs, with coefficients from 214.747 at the 80th quantile to 501.78 at the 10th quantile. Longer hospital stays correlated with increased costs, with coefficients from 342.15 at the 80th quantile to 405.613 at the 90th quantile. Patients hospitalized multiple times (≥3) had lower costs, with coefficients from -767.353 at the 40th quantile to -311.575 at the 80th quantile. Comorbidities significantly raised costs, with coefficients for three or more comorbidities ranging from 806.122 at the 80th quantile to 1,456.02 at the 40th quantile. Laparoscopic surgery was more expensive than open surgery, with coefficients from 1,834.206 at the 80th quantile to 2,805.281 at the 10th quantile. Bilateral surgeries and the use of biological mesh also resulted in higher costs, with coefficients for bilateral surgeries ranging from 1,067.708 at the 10th quantile to 2,871.126 at the 90th quantile and for biological mesh from 3,221.216 at the 40th quantile to 6,117.598 at the 90th quantile.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Hospitalization costs for inguinal hernia surgery are influenced by multiple factors, with significant variations across different patient groups. Strategies to control costs should be tailored to address the specific needs of patients, optimize surgical methods, and improve perioperative care. Future research should extend these findings across different healthcare settings and consider the latest advancements in medical technology and policy changes.</p>","PeriodicalId":13168,"journal":{"name":"Hernia","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142035728","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
HerniaPub Date : 2024-10-01Epub Date: 2024-07-01DOI: 10.1007/s10029-024-03103-y
Gang Wang, Zhichun Liu
{"title":"Comment to: Chronic inguinal pain post-hernioplasty. Laparo-endoscopic surgery vs lichtenstein repair: systematic review and meta-analysis.","authors":"Gang Wang, Zhichun Liu","doi":"10.1007/s10029-024-03103-y","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10029-024-03103-y","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":13168,"journal":{"name":"Hernia","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141476492","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
HerniaPub Date : 2024-10-01Epub Date: 2024-06-13DOI: 10.1007/s10029-024-03087-9
Soo Hyun Woo, Seok Joon Lee, Jun-Young Park, Eun Key Kim
{"title":"The effect of preoperative botulinum toxin a injection on traction force during hernia repair: a prospective, single-blind study, intra-patient comparison using contralateral side as a control.","authors":"Soo Hyun Woo, Seok Joon Lee, Jun-Young Park, Eun Key Kim","doi":"10.1007/s10029-024-03087-9","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10029-024-03087-9","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>Ventral hernias are a common complication of laparotomy, posing challenges particularly when primary fascial closure is unattainable. Although chemical component separation using preoperative botulinum toxin A (BTX) injections has emerged as a promising adjunct, objective evidence of its efficacy remains limited. This study aimed to objectively assess the effect of preoperative BTX on traction force during ventral hernia repair.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A prospective, single-blind study was conducted on patients with midline incisional hernias following liver transplantation. BTX was administered unilaterally, and the traction force required to medially advance the anterior rectus sheath was measured intraoperatively. Pre- and post-injection CT scans were analyzed for changes in hernia size and LAW muscle measurements. Statistical analyses were performed to evaluate traction force differences between BTX-injected and uninjected sides.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Ten patients underwent hernia repair with primary fascial closure achieved in all cases. Comparison of pre- and post-injection CT scans showed no significant changes in hernia size. LAW muscle length increased by 1.8 cm, while thickness decreased by 0.2 cm. Intraoperative traction force measurements revealed a significant reduction on the BTX-injected side compared to the uninjected side (p < 0.0001). The traction force ratio on the BTX-injected to the uninjected side averaged 57%, indicating the efficacy of BTX in reducing tension.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Preoperative BTX significantly reduces traction force during ventral hernia repair, highlighting its potential as an adjunctive therapy in complex cases. While challenges remain in patient selection and outcome assessment, BTX offers a promising avenue for enhancing abdominal wall reconstruction outcomes and reducing surgical complications.</p>","PeriodicalId":13168,"journal":{"name":"Hernia","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141310575","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
HerniaPub Date : 2024-10-01Epub Date: 2024-09-17DOI: 10.1007/s10029-024-03176-9
Alberto Aiolfi, Luigi Bonavina
{"title":"Hot topics in Hiatal Hernia.","authors":"Alberto Aiolfi, Luigi Bonavina","doi":"10.1007/s10029-024-03176-9","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10029-024-03176-9","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":13168,"journal":{"name":"Hernia","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142286038","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
HerniaPub Date : 2024-10-01DOI: 10.1007/s10029-024-03180-z
Giampiero Campanelli
{"title":"Scientific research, sponsorship and conflict of interest: unavoidable pathway or the only way?","authors":"Giampiero Campanelli","doi":"10.1007/s10029-024-03180-z","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10029-024-03180-z","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":13168,"journal":{"name":"Hernia","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142286041","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
HerniaPub Date : 2024-10-01Epub Date: 2023-12-21DOI: 10.1007/s10029-023-02948-z
I-Wen Chen, Chia-Li Kao, Kuo-Chuan Hung
{"title":"Comment to: The effect of surgical repair of hiatal hernia (HH) on pulmonary function.","authors":"I-Wen Chen, Chia-Li Kao, Kuo-Chuan Hung","doi":"10.1007/s10029-023-02948-z","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10029-023-02948-z","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":13168,"journal":{"name":"Hernia","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"138829492","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
HerniaPub Date : 2024-10-01Epub Date: 2024-05-09DOI: 10.1007/s10029-024-03062-4
P Chowbey, R Wadhawan, D Subramanian, D Bhandarkar, J Gandhi, K L Kumari, M Baijal, M Khetan, M S Kathalagiri, P Khandelwal, P Lal, P Dasgupta, P Balachandran, S Dave, S J Baig, V Soni
{"title":"Ventral hernia repair in India: a Delphi consensus.","authors":"P Chowbey, R Wadhawan, D Subramanian, D Bhandarkar, J Gandhi, K L Kumari, M Baijal, M Khetan, M S Kathalagiri, P Khandelwal, P Lal, P Dasgupta, P Balachandran, S Dave, S J Baig, V Soni","doi":"10.1007/s10029-024-03062-4","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10029-024-03062-4","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>While research on inguinal hernias is well-documented, ventral/incisional hernias still require investigation. In India, opinions on laparoscopic ventral hernia repair (LVHR) techniques are contested. The current consensus aims to standardize LVHR practice and identify gaps and unfulfilled demands that compromise patient safety and therapeutic outcomes.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Using the modified Delphi technique, panel of 14 experts (general surgeons) came to a consensus. Two rounds of consensus were conducted online. An advisory board meeting was held for the third round, wherein survey results were discussed and the final statements were decided with supporting clinical evidence.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Experts recommended intraperitoneal onlay mesh (IPOM) plus/trans-abdominal retromuscular/extended totally extraperitoneal/mini- or less-open sublay operation/transabdominal preperitoneal/trans-abdominal partial extra-peritoneal/subcutaneous onlay laparoscopic approach/laparoscopic intracorporeal rectus aponeuroplasty as valid minimal access surgery (MAS) options for ventral hernia (VH). Intraperitoneal repair technique is the preferred MAS procedure for primary umbilical hernia < 4 cm without diastasis; incisional hernia in the presence of a vertical single midline incision; symptomatic hernia, BMI > 40 kg/m<sup>2</sup>, and defect up to 4 cm; and for MAS VH surgery with grade 3/4 American Society of Anaesthesiologists. IPOM plus is the preferred MAS procedure for midline incisional hernia of width < 4 cm in patients with a previous laparotomy. Extraperitoneal repair technique is the preferred MAS procedure for L3 hernia < 4 cm; midline hernias < 4 cm with diastasis; and M5 hernia.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The consensus statements will help standardize LVHR practices, improve decision-making, and provide guidance on MAS in VHR in the Indian scenario.</p>","PeriodicalId":13168,"journal":{"name":"Hernia","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140898225","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
HerniaPub Date : 2024-10-01Epub Date: 2024-07-13DOI: 10.1007/s10029-024-03109-6
Gang Wang, Zhichun Liu
{"title":"Comment to: Impact on quality of life following inguinal hernia repair under local anaesthetic in a primary care setting.","authors":"Gang Wang, Zhichun Liu","doi":"10.1007/s10029-024-03109-6","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10029-024-03109-6","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":13168,"journal":{"name":"Hernia","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141603571","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
HerniaPub Date : 2024-10-01Epub Date: 2024-07-24DOI: 10.1007/s10029-024-03118-5
Marcus Yeow, Alberto Aiolfi, Davide Lomanto, Sean Lee Kien Fatt, Sujith Wijerathne
{"title":"Watchful waiting to surgery in men with mildly symptomatic or asymptomatic inguinal hernia: an individual participant data meta-analysis of long-term follow-up of randomized controlled trials.","authors":"Marcus Yeow, Alberto Aiolfi, Davide Lomanto, Sean Lee Kien Fatt, Sujith Wijerathne","doi":"10.1007/s10029-024-03118-5","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s10029-024-03118-5","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Individual studies on men with mildly symptomatic or asymptomatic inguinal hernia who have opted for watchful waiting (WW) vary considerably. Furthermore, long-term data on such patients who cross over to herniorrhaphy is scarce.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>PubMed, EMBASE, and Cochrane databases were searched systematically from inception to 3rd April 2024 for long-term follow-up of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) on men with mildly symptomatic or asymptomatic inguinal hernia. Individual participant survival data of cross over rates from WW to herniorrhaphy were extracted, reconstructed and combined. Secondary outcome was reason for cross over to herniorrhaphy.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Long-term follow-up of three RCTs with 592 participants was included. A total of 344/592 participants crossed over to herniorrhaphy during a median follow up period that ranged from 3.2 to 12.0 years. The median cumulative cross over rate was 54.2% (95% CI 45.5% - 66.3%). The cumulative 1-year, 5-year, and 10- year cross over rates were 28.7% (95% CI 25.2% - 32.5%), 51.5% (95% CI 47.4% - 55.6%), and 70.6% (95% CI 66.2% - 74.9%) respectively. During follow-up, the most frequent reasons for cross over to herniorrhaphy were increased pain 198/344 (57.6%) and incarceration 15/344 (4.4%).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This study provides valuable long-term data for patient counselling, indicating that while WW is a safe strategy for men with mildly symptomatic or asymptomatic inguinal hernia, symptoms would likely progress eventually, necessitating operative repair.</p>","PeriodicalId":13168,"journal":{"name":"Hernia","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2024-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141751561","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}