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Published in: Hernia 3/2008

01-06-2008 | Case Report

Small bowel obstruction and perforation due to a displaced spiral tacker: a rare complication of laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair

Authors: G. Peach, L. C. Tan

Published in: Hernia | Issue 3/2008

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Abstract

Laparoscopic techniques are now commonly used for the repair of inguinal hernias, since they offer rapid postoperative recovery and low complication rates. These methods usually involve the use of sutures, staples or titanium spiral tackers for safe, secure mesh fixation. We report a rare case of obstruction and perforation of the small bowel resulting from a band adhesion caused by a displaced spiral tacker.
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Metadata
Title
Small bowel obstruction and perforation due to a displaced spiral tacker: a rare complication of laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair
Authors
G. Peach
L. C. Tan
Publication date
01-06-2008
Publisher
Springer-Verlag
Published in
Hernia / Issue 3/2008
Print ISSN: 1265-4906
Electronic ISSN: 1248-9204
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10029-007-0289-1

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