Post-Operative Pain and Convalescence in Comparison of Laparoscopic Ventral Hernia Repair Vs Open Ventral Hernia Repair
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2019-01
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Ibn Sina Academy of Medieval Medicine & Sciences
Abstract
Background: Ventral hernia is defined as a fascial defectlocated to the abdominal wall. The laparoscopic repair ofIncisional and ventral hernia is fast becoming the standard ofcare.Objectives: To compare and evaluate the post-operative painand convalescence between two groups.Methods: Study was conducted on 30 cases of ventral herniaadmitted in Rajindra Hospital, Patiala. They were divided intotwo comparison groups (15 cases each). Group A: Openventral hernia repair; Group B: Laparoscopic ventral herniarepair.Results and Conclusions: Laparoscopic repair should be thepreferred method of repair of ventral hernia as it is associatedwith a shorter hospital stay, decreased post-operative pain,better cosmetic results decreased complication rate likerecurrence, and seroma formation, decreased mesh infectionrate, early ambulation period, better patient satisfaction andearly return to activities.
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Post-Operative Pain, Convalescence, Hernia
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Rekhi Harnam Singh, Mittal Sushil, Khosa Armaan, Arora Sahil, P Sathya, Singh Gagandeep. Post-Operative Pain and Convalescence in Comparison of Laparoscopic Ventral Hernia Repair Vs Open Ventral Hernia Repair. International Journal of Medical Research Professionals. 2019 Jan; 5(1): 144-147