Hybrid Technique Resolves Parastomal Hernias with Low Recurrence

A new hybrid parastomal endoscopic repair (HyPER) demonstrates effectiveness for complex hernia cases.

  • In a study of 200 patients, overall recurrence rate was just 5.5%.
  • Postoperative complications occurred in 12.5%, mainly wound infections.

Quality of life significantly improved, with VAS scores rising from 3.15 to 9.15.

  • Stoma relocation necessary in 87% of type IV hernias, indicating careful patient selection is vital.

Journal Article by Szczepkowski M, Zamkowski M (…) Śmietański M et 3 al. in Surg Endosc

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