scholarly journals Occupational Rehabilitation Following Open Mesh Surgical Repair of an Inguinal Hernia

2003 ◽  
Vol 83 (1) ◽  
pp. 58-66 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kelly E Pesanelli ◽  
Joseph A Cigna ◽  
Shantanu G Basu ◽  
Andrew R Morin
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Inguinal Hernia ◽  
Surgical Repair ◽  
Occupational Rehabilitation ◽  
Rehabilitation Program ◽  
Full Time ◽  
Ability To Work ◽  
Postoperative Rehabilitation ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Open Mesh

Abstract Background and Purpose. The purpose of this case report is to describe an occupational rehabilitation program for a person whose work-related inguinal hernia was surgically repaired. Case Description. A 35-year-old baggage service attendant acquired an inguinal hernia while lifting at work. Postoperatively, the patient had discomfort in the groin, weakness of the lower extremities and trunk, limited ability to walk, and a decreased ability to work due to impaired tolerance.Outcomes. Following postoperative rehabilitation, the patient was able to return to full-time, full-duty work. Discussion. This case report describes occupational rehabilitation as a method to treat patients with work-related inguinal hernias following surgical repair.

scholarly journals Comparing two interdisciplinary occupational rehabilitation programs for employees on sick leave: a mixed-method design study protocol

2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Monica Eftedal ◽  
Torill H. Tveito ◽  
Ulrik Gensby ◽  
M. Kamrul Islam ◽  
Stein Atle Lie ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sick Leave ◽  
Return To Work ◽  
Mixed Method ◽  
Common Mental Disorders ◽  
Inpatient Rehabilitation ◽  
Occupational Rehabilitation ◽  
Rehabilitation Program ◽  
Interdisciplinary Teams ◽  
Full Time ◽  
Rehabilitation Programs

Abstract Background Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and common mental disorders (CMDs) are the most frequent reasons for long-term sick leave and work disability. Occupational rehabilitation programs are used to help employees return to work (RTW). However, knowledge regarding the effect of these programs is scarce, and even less is known about which programs are best suited for which patients. This study aims to compare the RTW results of two interdisciplinary occupational rehabilitation programs in Norway, as well as to examine the delivery and reception of the two programs and explore the active mechanisms of the participants’ RTW processes. Methods/design We will use a mixed-method convergent design to study the main outcome. Approximately 600 participants will be included in the study. Eligible study participants will be aged 18–60 years old and have been on sick leave due to MSDs, CMDs, or both for at least 6 weeks. Interdisciplinary teams at both participating clinics will deliver complex occupational rehabilitation programs. The inpatient rehabilitation program has a duration of 4 weeks and is full time. The outpatient program has a duration of 3 months and involves weekly sessions. The primary outcome is RTW. Secondary outcomes are differences in the incremental cost for an averted sick leave day, cost utility/benefit, and differences between the programs regarding improvements in known modifiable obstacles to RTW. Subgroup analyses are planned. The researchers will be blinded to the intervention groups when analyzing the quantitative RTW data. Discussion This study aims to provide new insights regarding occupational rehabilitation interventions, treatment targets, and outcomes for different subgroups of sick-listed employees and to inform discussions on the active working mechanisms of occupational rehabilitation and the influence of context in the return-to-work process. Trial registration Current controlled trials ISRCTN12033424, 15.10.2014, retrospectively registered.

Surgical Repair of Type I Truncus Arteriosus 7 Years After Pulmonary Artery Banding: A case Report.

1998 ◽  
Vol 48 (3) ◽  
pp. 215-218
Author(s):  
Masao Suzuki ◽  
Akio Ohtaki ◽  
Shigeru Ohki ◽  
Takashi Ibe ◽  
Jun Murakami ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Pulmonary Artery ◽  
Surgical Repair ◽  
Pulmonary Artery Banding ◽  
Truncus Arteriosus ◽  
Type I

EARLY RESULTS OF INGUINAL HERNIA REPAIR BY THE “MESH PLUG” TECHNIQUE

2012 ◽  
pp. 43-51
Author(s):  
Doan Van Phu Nguyen ◽  
Loc Le ◽  
Van Lieu Nguyen
Keyword(s):  
Inguinal Hernia ◽  
Postoperative Pain ◽  
Operating Time ◽  
Life Assessment ◽  
Medium Size ◽  
Mesh Plug ◽  
Postoperative Rehabilitation ◽  
Early Return ◽  
Early Results ◽  
Average Size

Background: In 1989, Lichtenstein I. L., Shulman A. G., Amid P. K., and Montlor M. M. presented an idea of using Mesh Plug to repair the defect inguinal canal. The new technique quickly became accepted by surgeons all over the world for several reasons: faster overall rehabilitation, less postoperative pain, less complication, shorter stay in the hospital and early return to normal activities and work. Materials and method: From Dec 2011 to July 2012, 42 patients with inguinal hernia were surgically treated with 48 Mesh Plugs applied at the Surgery Unit of Hue University of Medicine and Pharmacy. Result: The patients’ average age was 49.12±21.17. There were 25 patients over 40 years old, accounting for 59,5%, and 39 of the group were males, accounting for 92.8%. 10 cases were direct hernia, accounting for 20.8%, and 38 cases were indirect hernia accounting for 79.2%. Based on Nyhus’s classification, there were 33 cases of IIIA and IIIB (68.8%). Based on the position of protrusion, there were 30 cases of right inguinal hernia (62.5%), 18 cases of left inguinal hernia (37.5%), and 6 cases of hernia on both sides. The average size of the deep ring is 2.16±1.64cm. 24 cases used Mesh Plug of medium size (54.5%). The mean operating time was 35.75 minutes. The time of staying in the hospital was 3.52±1.14 days. Quality of life assessment after the surgery showed 46 very good and good cases 95.8% and 2 cases (4.2%) with satisfactory result. No case of bad outcome was recorded. Conclusion: Surgical treatment of inguinal hernia by the Mesh Plug technique is really effective, safe with faster postoperative rehabilitation, less postoperative pain, less complications, shorter hospital stay and early return to normal activities and work.

INGUINAL HERNIA REPAIR BY THE “MESH PLUG” TECHNIQUE

2014 ◽  
pp. 40-46
Author(s):  
Doan Van Phu Nguyen ◽  
Loc Le ◽  
Van Lieu Nguyen
Keyword(s):  
Inguinal Hernia ◽  
Postoperative Pain ◽  
Operating Time ◽  
Life Assessment ◽  
Medium Size ◽  
Mesh Plug ◽  
Indirect Hernia ◽  
Postoperative Rehabilitation ◽  
Early Return ◽  
Direct Hernia

Background:In 1989, Lichtenstein I. L., Shulman A. G., Amid P. K., and Montlor M. M. presented an idea of using Mesh Plug to repair the defect inguinal canal. The new technique quickly became accepted by surgeons all over the world for several reasons: faster overall rehabilitation, less postoperative pain, less complication, shorter stay in the hospital and early return to normal activities and work. Materials and method:From December 2011 to October 2012, 97 patients with inguinal hernia were surgically treated with 110 Mesh Plugs applied at the Surgery Unit of Hue University of Medicine and Pharmacy. Result:The patients’ mean age was 48.96±23.19. There were 60 patients over 40 years old, accounting for 61.9%, and 93 of the group were males, accounting for 95.8%. 24 cases were direct hernia, accounting for 21.8%, 86 cases were indirect hernia accounting for 78.2% and 11cases were direct hernia associated with indirect hernia. Based on Nyhus’s classification, there were 76 cases of IIIA and IIIB (69.1%). Based on the position of protrusion, there were 66 cases of right inguinal hernia (60.0%), 44 cases of left inguinal hernia (40.0%), and 13 cases of hernia on both sides. The average size of the deep ring is 2.19±1.54cm. 65 cases used Mesh Plug of medium size (59.1%). The mean operating time was 37.26 minutes. The time of staying in the hospital was 3.58±1.17 days. Quality of life assessment after the surgery showed 93 very good and good cases 95.8% and 4 cases (4.2%) with satisfactory result. No case of bad outcome was recorded. Conclusion: Surgical treatment of inguinal hernia by the Mesh Plug technique is really effective, safe with faster postoperative rehabilitation, less postoperative pain, less complications, shorter hospital stay and early return to normal activities and work. Key words: Inguinal hernia, Mesh Plug.

Rare giant inguinal hernia causing end-stage dialysis-dependent renal failure

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. e233140
Author(s):  
Jacob Levi ◽  
Karl Chopra ◽  
Mubashar Hussain ◽  
Shafiul Chowdhury
Keyword(s):  
Inguinal Hernia ◽  
Mesh Repair ◽  
Obstructive Uropathy ◽  
Kidney Injury ◽  
Past Medical History ◽  
Bladder Hernia ◽  
Open Mesh Repair ◽  
Catheter Tip ◽  
End Stage ◽  
Open Mesh

A 72-year-old man presented with urinary retention, weight loss, haematuria and severe acute kidney injury. He had never before been admitted to hospital and his past medical history included only an inguinal hernia. On examination, he appeared uraemic and had a right-sided painful hernia. A three-way catheter was inserted, bladder washouts performed and irrigation started. An ultrasound showed severe bilateral hydronephrosis and a ‘thickened bladder’ and this was thought to be obstructive uropathy secondary to bladder cancer. Twenty-four hours later his hernia doubled in diameter, became incarcerated and a CT of the abdomen and pelvis showed an inguinal hernia of both bladder and bowel, with the catheter tip inside the bladder hernia. He was taken to theatres and an open mesh repair was performed with a rigid cystoscopy to assist in locating and reducing the bladder. He required intensive care and dialysis postoperatively and remains on regular dialysis following discharge.

scholarly journals Strangulated internal supravesical hernia associated with left inguinal hernia: A very rare case report of acute intestinal obstruction

2021 ◽  
pp. 102393
Author(s):  
El yamine othmane ◽  
Fatimazahra Bensardi ◽  
Abdessamad majd ◽  
El Bakouri Abdelilah ◽  
Bouali Mounir ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Inguinal Hernia ◽  
Intestinal Obstruction ◽  
Rare Case ◽  
Acute Intestinal Obstruction ◽  
Rare Case Report

scholarly journals Tai Chi and workplace wellness for health care workers: a systematic review

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (Supplement_5) ◽  
Author(s):  
B Dorelli ◽  
R A Cocchiara ◽  
G Gholamalishahi ◽  
W Longo ◽  
E Musumeci ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Observational Study ◽  
Methodological Quality ◽  
Healthcare Workers ◽  
Tai Chi ◽  
Work Related Stress ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Related Stress

Abstract Background Several studies show positive effects of new non-medical therapies known as complementary and alternative medicines, such as the discipline of tai chi. As healthcare professions are among the most vulnerable for work-related stress, this systematic review aims to investigate the relationship between tai chi practice and wellness of healthcare workers. Methods Cinahl, Scopus, Web of Science and PubMed were searched in September 2019. Full-text articles, written in English and published after 1995, were recruited if they focused on positive effects of tai chi on the psychophysical wellbeing of healthcare workers, in comparison with alternative techniques (such as yoga or traditional care). Outcomes were reduced work-related stress, better physical and psychological function, improvement in attention and/or productivity; no restrictions about study design were applied. Quality assessment was performed with the Newcastle-Ottawa Scale on cohort/cross-sectional studies, the Jadad scale for randomized clinical trial, AMSTAR for systematic reviews and CASE REPORT scale for case study. Results 6/111 papers were included: 3 clinical trials, 1 observational study, 1 systematic review and 1 case report. The methodological quality was of medium level. 2/3 trials found a significant increase in individuals' wellbeing and improvements in stress levels and nursing staff’s motivation in their work. In the observational study tai chi was a prevalent mind-body practice to reduce stress. The systematic review suggested that tai chi could be a useful tool to reduce stress-related chronic pain. In case report the effectiveness was observed in medical students. Conclusions This study highlights the full potential and possible benefits derived from tai chi but its application to improve health professionals' wellbeing is still limited, and the absence of a standardized intervention impacts on the methodological quality and reduces the robustness of the retrieved evidence. Key messages Tai chi can improve many pathological conditions and reduce work-related stress. Further research is needed to gain robust evidence of its efficacy for wellbeing of healthcare workers.

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