21% (n=309) of 2017 annual meeting attendees chose the Hernia learning theme.
Of 2017 annual meeting attendees interested in the Hernia learning theme, 12.4% (n=166) wanted to improve the way in which they select different methods of hernia repair for different patients. At three-month follow-up, 19% of those responding (n=4) reported inability to fully implement the intended practice change.
Of 2017 annual meeting attendees interested in the Hernia learning theme, 11.6% (n=155) wanted to increase their use of retromuscular repair techniques into my practice. At three-month follow-up, 20% of those responding (n=4) reported inability to fully implement the intended practice change.
Of 2017 annual meeting attendees interested in the Hernia learning theme, 11.4% (n=153) wanted to increase their use of a 4:1 suture length for wound closure. At three-month follow-up, 35% of those responding (n=8) reported inability to fully implement the intended practice change.