Abstract
In a Pubmed search using the terms incisional hernia limited to clinical trials, 122 hits were found. There were two randomized trials. The best-known is the Luijendijk study with after long-term follow-up a significantly lower recurrence rate after mesh sublay repair when compared to suture repair ( Table 20.1) [1].
Original language | English (US) |
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Title of host publication | Recurrent Hernia |
Subtitle of host publication | Prevention and Treatment |
Publisher | Springer Berlin Heidelberg |
Pages | 163-178 |
Number of pages | 16 |
ISBN (Print) | 9783540375456 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2007 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Medicine