19% (n=310) of 2013 annual meeting attendees chose the Hernia learning theme.
Of 2013 annual meeting attendees interested in the Hernia learning theme, 48.4% (n=150) wanted to modify use of mesh in the treatment of hernias.
Of 2013 annual meeting attendees interested in the Hernia learning theme, 26.8% (n=83) wanted to increase use of MIS techniques in the management of emergency surgical diseases.
Of 2013 annual meeting attendees interested in the Hernia learning theme, 41.0% (n=127) reported what was learned confirms existing practice patterns and would not inspire change.