The Benefits of Using Polyester Mesh Implant During Anterior Inguinal Hernia Repair. Case Report
Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Aims: To find the results of using polyester mesh implant as an optimal alternative to polypropylene for open anterior inguinal hernia repair by Lichtenstein. Case Description: We present a 53-year-old-male patient with uncomplicated right-sided oblique inguinal hernia. Reinforcement of the posterior wall of the inguinal canal was done using polyester mesh implant fixed by dacron sutures. Successful repair was achieved with reduced operative-time and smooth recovery free from complications during post-operative and short-term follow-up intervals. Conclusions: Polyester mesh implant could be considered an optimal alternative to polypropylene for open anterior inguinal hernia repair.
Source: Archiv Euromedica
Authors: Mekhaeel Mekhaeel, Sameh Salem, Andrey Protasov
Institution: Peoples' Friendship University of Russia
Language: English
Topic: Hernia repair and management
Subfield: Surgery
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W4405796450