Clinical Challenges in Hernia Surgery: Open Preperitoneal Ventral Hernia Repair

Behind The Knife: The Surgery Podcast · Apr 1, 2024 · 21m

Listen to another episode by the Hernia Team from Carolinas Medical Center as they discuss their approach to open preperitoneal ventral hernia repair. Although uncommonly performed, a preperitoneal approach offers several advantages including the ability to achieve large mesh overlap without the need for myofascial release. The team discusses their tips and tricks for utilizing the preperitoneal space in even the most challenging hernia cases.

Hosts:

- Dr. Sullivan “Sully” Ayuso, Chief Resident, Carolinas Medical Center, @SAyusoMD (Twitter)

- Dr. Todd Heniford, Chief of GI & MIS, Carolinas…