Spiegel hernia in elective repair: a single-center experience with 47 cases, comparison of laparoscopic and open repair outcomes - Takeaways - MDSpire

Spiegel hernia in elective repair: a single-center experience with 47 cases, comparison of laparoscopic and open repair outcomes

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  • Medeni Şermet

  • Salih Tosun

  • Özgür Ekinci

  • Orhan Alimoğlu

  • January 9, 2026

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    Spiegel hernia is a rare abdominal wall hernia, comprising 0.12–2.12% of all cases, typically located below the arcuate line.

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    Diagnosis of Spiegel hernia often requires imaging techniques like ultrasonography and computed tomography due to its interstitial nature.

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    Elective surgical repair is recommended for all Spiegel hernias due to a high risk of strangulation and incarceration.

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    This study analyzed 50 cases of Spiegel hernia, comparing outcomes of laparoscopic and open surgical repair techniques.

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    Follow-up showed that 90% of patients completed the study period without recurrence, highlighting the effectiveness of surgical interventions.

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Spiegel hernia in elective repair: a single-center experience with 47 cases, comparison of laparoscopic and open repair outcomes

  • by Medeni Şermet, Salih Tosun, Özgür Ekinci, Orhan Alimoğlu

  • January 9, 2026

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