abstract: Ventral hernia following primary laparotomy for ovarian, fallopian tube, and primary peritoneal cancers

An incisional hernia occurs in an area of weakness caused by an incompletely-healed surgical wound. Since median incisions in the abdomen are frequent for abdominal exploratory surgery, ventral incisional hernias are termed ventral hernias. ...
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OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the incidence and risk factors for ventral hernia development following primary laparotomy for ovarian, fallopian tube, and peritoneal cancers.
CONCLUSIONS: The development of ventral hernia is a significant postoperative morbidity in patients undergoing primary surgery for ovarian, tubal, or peritoneal cancer. Independent associations with hernia development include: BMI and IP chemotherapy by Year 1, and BMI, wound complications and advanced stage by Year 2.

Arch Surg -- Interpreting Comparative Effectiveness Studies: Does Surgeon Expertise Matter?: Comment on "Comparison of Laparoscopic and Open Repair With Mesh for the Treatment of Ventral Incisional Hernia", April 2010

Interpreting Comparative Effectiveness Studies: Does Surgeon Expertise Matter?:
Comment on - Comparison of Laparoscopic and Open Repair With Mesh for the Treatment of Ventral Incisional Hernia April 2010

Abstract: Total Extraperitoneal Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair Without Mesh Fixation: Prospective Study With 1-Year Follow-up Results, April 2010

Abstract: Comparison of Laparoscopic and Open Repair With Mesh for the Treatment of Ventral Incisional Hernia: A Randomized Trial, April 2010

Defining ventral hernia: An incisional hernia occurs in an area of weakness caused by an incompletely-healed surgical wound. Since median incisions in the abdomen are frequent for abdominal exploratory surgery, ventral incisional hernias are termed ventral hernias.

Adhesions and incisional hernias following laparoscopic versus open surgery for colorectal cancer in the CLASICC trial

Note: colorectal cancer study but similar surgical complications

CONCLUSION: Although this study has not confirmed that laparoscopic surgery reduces rates of AIO and IH (incisional hernia)after colorectal cancer surgery, trends suggest that a reduction in conversion to open surgery and elimination of port-site hernias may produce such an effect.

Modified midline abdominal wound closure technique in complicated/high risk laparotomies

CONCLUSION: Patients with extensive widespread generalized peritonitis and metastatic abdominal tumours need special attention regarding wound closure. This modified technique of midline abdominal wound closure is associated with low incidence of wound dehiscence and incisional hernia formation.