Hernia · 19 April 2024

High Recurrence Rates and Comorbidities Post-Transversus Abdominis Release

Abdominal surgeries following transversus abdominis release are linked to substantial comorbidities and heightened hernia recurrence rates. Efforts to minimize reoperations post-tar procedure are crucial. Results reveal a 36.1% hernia recurrence rate in 1137 patients, with 4.7% undergoing non-hernia abdominal surgeries, primarily due to small bowel obstructions. Urgent or emergent surgeries predominated, highlighting the need for meticulous management in these complex cases.

Journal Article by Messer N, Ellis RC (…) Rosen MJ et 9 al. in Am J Surg

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