Abstract | BACKGROUND: Abdominal wall and inguinal hernia repair are the most frequently performed surgical procedures in the United States and Europe. However, traditional methods of mesh fixation are associated with a number of problems including substantial risks of recurrence and of postoperative and chronic pain. The aim of this systematic review is to summarize the clinical safety and efficacy of Tisseel/ Tissucol fibrin sealant for hernia mesh fixation. METHODS: RESULTS: CONCLUSIONS: Clinical evidence published to date supports the use of Tisseel/ Tissucol as an option for mesh fixation in open and laparoscopic/endoscopic repair of inguinal and incisional hernias. Guidelines of the International Endohernia Society recommend fibrin sealant mesh fixation, especially in inguinal hernia repair. Nonfixation is reserved for selected cases.
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Authors | René H Fortelny, Alexander H Petter-Puchner, Karl S Glaser, Heinz Redl |
Journal | Surgical endoscopy
(Surg Endosc)
Vol. 26
Issue 7
Pg. 1803-12
(Jul 2012)
ISSN: 1432-2218 [Electronic] Germany |
PMID | 22278103
(Publication Type: Journal Article, Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't, Review, Systematic Review)
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Chemical References |
- Fibrin Tissue Adhesive
- Tissue Adhesives
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Topics |
- Endoscopy
(methods)
- Epidemiologic Methods
- Fibrin Tissue Adhesive
(therapeutic use)
- Hernia, Inguinal
(surgery)
- Hernia, Ventral
(surgery)
- Herniorrhaphy
(methods)
- Humans
- Laparoscopy
(methods)
- Length of Stay
- Postoperative Complications
(etiology)
- Surgical Mesh
- Tissue Adhesives
(therapeutic use)
- Treatment Outcome
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