Low incidence of recurrence and chronic pain after groin hernia repair in adolescents: a systematic review and meta-analysis - Takeaways - MDSpire

Low incidence of recurrence and chronic pain after groin hernia repair in adolescents: a systematic review and meta-analysis

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  • Hugin Reistrup

  • Kristoffer Andresen

  • Jacob Rosenberg

  • May 26, 2023

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    Groin hernia repair in adolescents involves uncertainty regarding surgical management due to physical variations and age considerations.

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    Surgeons' preferences for repair methods vary, with 83% favoring open approaches and 17% preferring laparoscopic techniques.

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    Mesh use in adult hernia repairs reduces recurrence rates but raises concerns about chronic pain, particularly in young adult males.

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    This systematic review aimed to evaluate recurrence and chronic pain rates after mesh versus non-mesh hernia repair in adolescents.

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    Eligibility criteria included studies on adolescents aged 10-17, focusing on primary outcomes of recurrence and chronic pain.

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Low incidence of recurrence and chronic pain after groin hernia repair in adolescents: a systematic review and meta-analysis

  • by Hugin Reistrup, Kristoffer Andresen, Jacob Rosenberg

  • May 26, 2023

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