Researchers delved into Medicare claims data from 2007-2015 to unveil the secrets of emergency parastomal hernia repair (PHR) in older adults. Among 6,658 patients, they discovered that this procedure comes with significant complications (62.3% within 30 days), but technique matters. Patients undergoing ostomy resiting had fewer complications. Additionally, the study identified the five-year cumulative incidence of reoperation, lowest in patients opting for PHR with ostomy reversal. Understanding these nuances could enhance decision-making and counseling for patients facing this common issue.
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