Objectives of study :Structured training, skill’s evaluation,regulated granting of privileges, systems approach & judicious use of ES haven’t alleviated the concerns of unfavorable outcomes in LC. Biliary injuries, an index of adverse outcome evaluation have been linked to use of ES. LC can be done without using ES as reported by us earlier. The aim […]
Introduction: It has been recently demonstrated in a controlled trial that reinforcement of the crura with a biological mesh decreases the incidence of recurrence of paraesophageal hernias after hiatal repair. This technique is therefore increasing in popularity. Complications from this type of mesh have not been reported, but an animal study has suggested that a […]
Background:Primary laparoscopic hiatal hernia repair is associated with up to a 42% recurrence rate. This has lead to the use of mesh for crural repair, which has resulted in an improved recurrence rate (0-24%). However, mesh complications have been reported. Methods:We compiled three cases and our senior author contacted other experienced esophageal surgeons who provided […]