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Laparoscopic repair of potentially contaminated abdominal ventral hernias using a xenograft: a case series

Authors: M. W. Parra, E. B. Rodas, A. A. Niravel

Published in: Hernia | Issue 5/2011

Abstract

Background

The aim of this study was to describe the preliminary experience of definitive single stage laparoscopic reconstruction of the abdominal wall utilizing a tissue matrix in a potentially contaminated surgical field.

Method

Retrospective review of potentially contaminated ventral hernias repaired with a minimally invasive technique utilizing biological mesh. Reconstruction required the laparoscopic restoration of the midline with or without a minimally invasive component separation technique and reinforcement with a xenograft (Strattice™ Reconstructive Tissue Matrix, LifeCell, Branchburg, NJ).

Results

We describe the first three cases of a xenograft placed laparoscopically in a potentially contaminated ventral hernia. There were no mesh-related complications or early recurrences during short-term 6 month follow-up.

Conclusion

Strattice™ Reconstructive Tissue Matrix appears to be a promising new biological matrix for laparoscopic ventral hernia repair, especially in potentially contaminated fields. Further studies and long-term follow-up are still required.

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Title: Laparoscopic repair of potentially contaminated abdominal ventral hernias using a xenograft: a case series
Authors: M. W. Parra
E. B. Rodas
A. A. Niravel
Publication date: 01-10-2011
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: Hernia / Issue 5/2011
Print ISSN: 1265-4906
Electronic ISSN: 1248-9204
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10029-010-0687-7

At a glance: The STEP trials

Springer Medicine

Laparoscopic repair of potentially contaminated abdominal ventral hernias using a xenograft: a case series

Abstract

Background

Method

Results

Conclusion

At a glance: The STEP trials

Springer Medicine

Abstract

Background

Method

Results

Conclusion

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