The application of tension-free hernioplasty in elderly inguinal hernia.
Xiao Hui
GUAN Shan
Cui Zhigang
Abstract：Objective To summarize the recent therapeutic effects of mesh-plug tension-free hernioplasty in elderly inguinal hernia. Methods All cases were performed with mesh-plug case-hardened products, which are manufactured by American Bard Company. Results All the operative procedures were performed smoothly. Postoperative complications were:6 cases of urinary retention,4 scrotal hydroceles,2 persistent wound pain,2 local lightly projections with foreign body sensation,2 hypoincisional haematoma. 1～24 months of follow-up were taken,2 recent recurrences were reported. Conclusion Mesh-plug tension-free hernioplasty is a perfect surgical operation. Its main characteristics are:simple performance, less trauma, tension-free, time-saving, good recent therapeutic effect, and fewer recent recurrence. It is especially suitable to the elderly patients and/or Patients with other diseases.
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Publication Date：2001-01-01
Online Publishing Date：2025-08-15(First online date of this platform, not the publication date of the document)
Pages：2( 82-83 )