STUDY OF LAPAROSCOPIC VERSUS OPEN INCISIONAL HERNIA REPAIR

Abstract

Unfortunately incisional hernia is relatively common clinical problem after the abdominal surgery. This complication has been reported in upto 11% of the patient after open abdominal operations. Most hernia occurs in midline abdominal incision since these are currently most commonly used incisions for open abdominal procedure. This incisional hernia can be better repaired by open as well as laparoscopy route. With the advancement of laparoscopic skill, laparoscopic hernia repair is gaining popularity.