BACKGROUND The totally preperitoneal(TPP)approach is a new concept that was recently introduced.Although the TPP approach combined with single-incision laparoscopic hernia repair has its own advantages,there is little...BACKGROUND The totally preperitoneal(TPP)approach is a new concept that was recently introduced.Although the TPP approach combined with single-incision laparoscopic hernia repair has its own advantages,there is little evidence reflecting the characteristics and feasibility of either approach.AIM To analyze the potential applications of single-incision laparoscopic TPP(SILTPP)inguinal hernia hernioplasty for the treatment of inguinal hernias.METHODS A total of 152 SIL-TPP surgeries were performed at the First Affiliated Hospital of Ningbo University from February 2019 to November 2022.A single-port,named Iconport,and standard laparoscopic instruments were used during the operation.Demographic data,intraoperative parameters and short-term postoperative outcomes were collected and retrospectively analyzed.RESULTS The demographic data of 152 patients underwent SIL-TPP were shown in Table 1.The average age was 49.5 years(range from 21 to 81 years).The average body mass index was 27.7 kg/m^(2)(range from 17.7 kg/m^(2) to 35.6 kg/m^(2)).SIL-TPP were conducted successfully in 147 patients.Three patients were converted to the SILtransabdominal preperitoneal laparoscopic herniorrhaphy at the initial stage of the study due to a lack of experience.In 2 patients with incisional hernias,an auxiliary operation hole was added during the SIL-TPP procedure,as required for surgery.The mean operative time was 64.5 minutes(range:36.0-110.0 minutes)for unilateral direct and femoral hernias and 81.6 minutes for indirect hernias(range:40.0-150.0 minutes).The mean postoperative hospital stay was 3.4 days.CONCLUSION SIL-TPP is feasible and has advantages for inguinal hernia repair.SIL-TPP has potential benefits for patients with various abdominal wall hernias.Consequently,doctors should be encouraged to actively apply the TPP approach combined with a single incision in their daily work.展开更多
Objective:To explore the clinical effect of tension-free herniorrhaphy in the preperitoneal space in patients with hernia.Methods:The study period was from January 2020 to December 2022.198 samples of hernia patients ...Objective:To explore the clinical effect of tension-free herniorrhaphy in the preperitoneal space in patients with hernia.Methods:The study period was from January 2020 to December 2022.198 samples of hernia patients admitted to our hospital were selected and divided into a research group(n=99)and a control group(n=99).Patients in the control group underwent tension-free herniorrhaphy with plain films,and patients in the study group underwent tension-free herniorrhaphy in the preperitoneal space.The surgical and postoperative recovery-related indicators,incidence of complications,and recurrence rate were compared between the two groups.Results:The intraoperative and postoperative recovery indexes of the study group were better than those of the control group(P<0.05);the incidence of complications in the study group was lower than that of the control group(P<0.05),and there was no significant difference in the recurrence rate between the two groups(P>0.05).Conclusion:Tension-free herniorrhaphy in the preperitoneal space shortens the operation and postoperative recovery time of hernia patients and reduces the incidence of postoperative complications,so it should be popularized.展开更多
BACKGROUND Compared with open mesh repair,transabdominal preperitoneal(TAPP)hernioplasty results in less chronic postoperative inguinal pain and faster postoperative recovery.However,it may still lead to rare but seri...BACKGROUND Compared with open mesh repair,transabdominal preperitoneal(TAPP)hernioplasty results in less chronic postoperative inguinal pain and faster postoperative recovery.However,it may still lead to rare but serious complications.Here we report a case of intestinal volvulus with recurrent abdominal pain as the only clinical symptom,which occurred 3 mo after TAPP repair for bilateral inguinal hernia.CASE SUMMARY A 50-year-old male patient underwent laparoscopic TAPP for bilateral inguinal hernias.After the operation,he experienced recurring pain in his lower right abdomen around the surgical area,which was relieved after symptomatic treatment.Three months after the surgery,the abdominal pain became severe and was aggravated over time.The whirlpool sign of the mesentery was seen on contrast-enhanced computed tomography(CT).Laparoscopic exploration confirmed that a barb of the V-Loc™suture penetrated the peritoneum,which caused the adhesion of the small intestinal wall to the site of peritoneal injury,forming intestinal volvulus.Since there was no closed-loop obstruction or intestinal ischemia,recurrent abdominal pain became the only clinical manifestation in this case.After laparoscopic lysis of adhesions and reduction of intestinal volvulus,the patient recovered and was discharged.CONCLUSION The possibility of intestinal volvulus should be considered in patients who experience recurrent abdominal pain following TAPP surgery during which barbed V-Loc sutures are used for closing the peritoneum.Contrast-enhanced CT and active laparoscopic exploration can confirm the diagnosis and prevent serious complications.展开更多
In order to compare the effects of Bassini and tension-free mesh hernioplasty,a total of 552 patients with inguinal hernia who were subjected to surgical treatment in our hospital were randomly divided into the follow...In order to compare the effects of Bassini and tension-free mesh hernioplasty,a total of 552 patients with inguinal hernia who were subjected to surgical treatment in our hospital were randomly divided into the following two groups:the Bassini group(n=269)and the tension-free mesh group(n=283).The recurrence rates,pain,dis-comfort,and other complications were recorded,and the causes of the complications were explored.The recurrence rate in the Bassini group was 8.9%(24/269),significantly higher than that in the tension-free repair group(2.8%,8/283).In addition,the recurrence rates in the Bassini and tension-free groups before 2004 were 12.6%and 5.6%,respectively,which were markedly higher than the rates after 2004(5.3%and 0.7%,respectively).The rate of post-operative discomfort and pain within thefirst three months was higher in the Bassini group compared to the tension-free group(25.7%vs 18.5%,respectively).However,there was no difference after three months in the rate of post-operative discomfort and pain,incidence of infection,or scrotal edema between the two groups.The average hospital stay in the Bassini group was longer than that in the tension-free repair group(7.6�1.2 vs 4.5�2.2 days,respectively),but the cost was lower(4518.0�510 vs 6221.3�578 yuan,respectively).Thus,tension-free mesh hernioplasty is indicated for most inguinal hernia patients due to the low recurrence rate,rapid recovery time,and treatment success,but the traditional Bassini procedure has lower cost and other beneficial effects and is still suitable for some patients.展开更多
文摘BACKGROUND The totally preperitoneal(TPP)approach is a new concept that was recently introduced.Although the TPP approach combined with single-incision laparoscopic hernia repair has its own advantages,there is little evidence reflecting the characteristics and feasibility of either approach.AIM To analyze the potential applications of single-incision laparoscopic TPP(SILTPP)inguinal hernia hernioplasty for the treatment of inguinal hernias.METHODS A total of 152 SIL-TPP surgeries were performed at the First Affiliated Hospital of Ningbo University from February 2019 to November 2022.A single-port,named Iconport,and standard laparoscopic instruments were used during the operation.Demographic data,intraoperative parameters and short-term postoperative outcomes were collected and retrospectively analyzed.RESULTS The demographic data of 152 patients underwent SIL-TPP were shown in Table 1.The average age was 49.5 years(range from 21 to 81 years).The average body mass index was 27.7 kg/m^(2)(range from 17.7 kg/m^(2) to 35.6 kg/m^(2)).SIL-TPP were conducted successfully in 147 patients.Three patients were converted to the SILtransabdominal preperitoneal laparoscopic herniorrhaphy at the initial stage of the study due to a lack of experience.In 2 patients with incisional hernias,an auxiliary operation hole was added during the SIL-TPP procedure,as required for surgery.The mean operative time was 64.5 minutes(range:36.0-110.0 minutes)for unilateral direct and femoral hernias and 81.6 minutes for indirect hernias(range:40.0-150.0 minutes).The mean postoperative hospital stay was 3.4 days.CONCLUSION SIL-TPP is feasible and has advantages for inguinal hernia repair.SIL-TPP has potential benefits for patients with various abdominal wall hernias.Consequently,doctors should be encouraged to actively apply the TPP approach combined with a single incision in their daily work.
文摘Objective:To explore the clinical effect of tension-free herniorrhaphy in the preperitoneal space in patients with hernia.Methods:The study period was from January 2020 to December 2022.198 samples of hernia patients admitted to our hospital were selected and divided into a research group(n=99)and a control group(n=99).Patients in the control group underwent tension-free herniorrhaphy with plain films,and patients in the study group underwent tension-free herniorrhaphy in the preperitoneal space.The surgical and postoperative recovery-related indicators,incidence of complications,and recurrence rate were compared between the two groups.Results:The intraoperative and postoperative recovery indexes of the study group were better than those of the control group(P<0.05);the incidence of complications in the study group was lower than that of the control group(P<0.05),and there was no significant difference in the recurrence rate between the two groups(P>0.05).Conclusion:Tension-free herniorrhaphy in the preperitoneal space shortens the operation and postoperative recovery time of hernia patients and reduces the incidence of postoperative complications,so it should be popularized.
文摘BACKGROUND Compared with open mesh repair,transabdominal preperitoneal(TAPP)hernioplasty results in less chronic postoperative inguinal pain and faster postoperative recovery.However,it may still lead to rare but serious complications.Here we report a case of intestinal volvulus with recurrent abdominal pain as the only clinical symptom,which occurred 3 mo after TAPP repair for bilateral inguinal hernia.CASE SUMMARY A 50-year-old male patient underwent laparoscopic TAPP for bilateral inguinal hernias.After the operation,he experienced recurring pain in his lower right abdomen around the surgical area,which was relieved after symptomatic treatment.Three months after the surgery,the abdominal pain became severe and was aggravated over time.The whirlpool sign of the mesentery was seen on contrast-enhanced computed tomography(CT).Laparoscopic exploration confirmed that a barb of the V-Loc™suture penetrated the peritoneum,which caused the adhesion of the small intestinal wall to the site of peritoneal injury,forming intestinal volvulus.Since there was no closed-loop obstruction or intestinal ischemia,recurrent abdominal pain became the only clinical manifestation in this case.After laparoscopic lysis of adhesions and reduction of intestinal volvulus,the patient recovered and was discharged.CONCLUSION The possibility of intestinal volvulus should be considered in patients who experience recurrent abdominal pain following TAPP surgery during which barbed V-Loc sutures are used for closing the peritoneum.Contrast-enhanced CT and active laparoscopic exploration can confirm the diagnosis and prevent serious complications.
文摘In order to compare the effects of Bassini and tension-free mesh hernioplasty,a total of 552 patients with inguinal hernia who were subjected to surgical treatment in our hospital were randomly divided into the following two groups:the Bassini group(n=269)and the tension-free mesh group(n=283).The recurrence rates,pain,dis-comfort,and other complications were recorded,and the causes of the complications were explored.The recurrence rate in the Bassini group was 8.9%(24/269),significantly higher than that in the tension-free repair group(2.8%,8/283).In addition,the recurrence rates in the Bassini and tension-free groups before 2004 were 12.6%and 5.6%,respectively,which were markedly higher than the rates after 2004(5.3%and 0.7%,respectively).The rate of post-operative discomfort and pain within thefirst three months was higher in the Bassini group compared to the tension-free group(25.7%vs 18.5%,respectively).However,there was no difference after three months in the rate of post-operative discomfort and pain,incidence of infection,or scrotal edema between the two groups.The average hospital stay in the Bassini group was longer than that in the tension-free repair group(7.6�1.2 vs 4.5�2.2 days,respectively),but the cost was lower(4518.0�510 vs 6221.3�578 yuan,respectively).Thus,tension-free mesh hernioplasty is indicated for most inguinal hernia patients due to the low recurrence rate,rapid recovery time,and treatment success,but the traditional Bassini procedure has lower cost and other beneficial effects and is still suitable for some patients.
