Abstract | AIM:
Hernias of the abdominal wall occurring during pregnancy are usually treated a few weeks after delivery. The aim of this study was to retrospectively evaluate the clinical outcome of inguinal or umbilical hernioplasty performed at the time of the cesarean section, and to compare the outcome of this group with a control population, who received a cesarean section alone. MATERIAL & METHODS: RESULTS: CONCLUSION: Our analysis suggests that cesarean section and hernia repair, performed in one session, avoids need for readmission to hospital, is safe, effective, and well accepted. It neither increases the complication rate nor prolongs the hospital stay, with clear advantages for both the patients and the hospital budget.
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Authors | Raimondo Gabriele, Marco Conte, Luciano Izzo, Luigi Basso |
Journal | The journal of obstetrics and gynaecology research
(J Obstet Gynaecol Res)
Vol. 36
Issue 5
Pg. 944-9
(Oct 2010)
ISSN: 1447-0756 [Electronic] Australia |
PMID | 20722982
(Publication Type: Journal Article)
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Copyright | © 2010 The Authors. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Research © 2010 Japan Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology. |
Topics |
- Adolescent
- Adult
- Cesarean Section
- Female
- Hernia, Inguinal
(surgery)
- Hernia, Umbilical
(surgery)
- Humans
- Laparoscopy
- Length of Stay
- Pregnancy
- Retrospective Studies
- Treatment Outcome
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