scholarly journals Posterior Components Separation With Transversus Abdominis Release (TAR) Versus Alternative Techniques of Components Separation: Systematic Review

2018 ◽  
Vol 103 (7-8) ◽  
pp. 355-365
Author(s):  
Aseel Sleiwah ◽  
Sandra McAllister
Keyword(s):  
Abdominal Wall ◽  
Primary Repair ◽  
Abdominal Wall Reconstruction ◽  
Hernia Recurrence ◽  
Transversus Abdominis ◽  
Wound Complications ◽  
Cochrane Central Register ◽  
Components Separation ◽  
Abdominal Hernias ◽  
Wall Components

The aim of this study is to assess the clinical effectiveness of posterior abdominal wall components separation with transversus abdominis muscle release (PCS-TAR) in the management of ventral abdominal hernias. Ventral abdominal hernias complicate up to 11% of laparotomy wounds. Surgical management includes primary repair, hernioplasty, flaps, and components separation. A technique has been described to close large abdominal defects by releasing bilateral myofascial flaps of rectus abdominis from external oblique and advancing these flaps to the midline. Minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques were subsequently developed to reduce complications. A recently described method is PCS-TAR. The hypothesis is that PCS-TAR for abdominal wall reconstruction is associated with lower rates of wound complications and hernia recurrence than other components separation techniques. A comprehensive search of databases including Medline, Embase, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, and Scopus was conducted in accordance with PRISMA guidelines, looking for the primary outcomes of hernia recurrence and wound complications following different techniques of components separation. Inclusion and exclusion criteria were defined. The quality of studies was examined independently by 2 assessors. A total of 363 studies were identified. Three retrospective comparative studies met the inclusion criteria. No randomized control trial comparing different techniques of abdominal wall components separation was identified. No technique could be identified as superior to others, due to a paucity of the literature. However, based on a few retrospective cohort studies, PCS-TAR emerges as a well-tolerated new technique, with a low incidence of wound complications and hernia recurrence.

scholarly journals Initial UK experience with transversus abdominis muscle release for posterior components separation in abdominal wall reconstruction of large or complex ventral hernias: a combined approach by general and plastic surgeons

2017 ◽  
Vol 99 (4) ◽  
pp. 265-270 ◽  
Author(s):  
ND Appleton ◽  
KD Anderson ◽  
K Hancock ◽  
MH Scott ◽  
CJ Walsh
Keyword(s):  
Abdominal Wall ◽  
Ventral Hernia ◽  
Abdominal Wall Reconstruction ◽  
Transversus Abdominis ◽  
Fascial Closure ◽  
Wound Complications ◽  
Components Separation ◽  
Aesthetic Appearance ◽  
Ventral Hernias ◽  
Transversus Abdominis Muscle

Introduction Large, complicated ventral hernias are an increasingly common problem. The transversus abdominis muscle release (TAMR) is a recently described modification of posterior components separation for repair of such hernias. We describe our initial experience with TAMR and sublay mesh to facilitate abdominal wall reconstruction. Methods The study is a retrospective review of patients undergoing TAMR performed synchronously by gastrointestinal and plastic surgeons. Results Twelve consecutive patients had their ventral hernias repaired using the TAMR technique from June 2013 to June 2014. Median body mass index was 30.8kg/m2 (range 19.0–34.4kg/m2). Four had a previous ventral hernia repair. Three had previous laparostomies. Four had previous stomas and three had stomas created at the time of the abdominal wall reconstruction. Average transverse distance between the recti was 13cm (3-20cm). Median operative time was 383 minutes (150–550 minutes) and mesh size was 950cm2 (532–2400cm2). Primary midline fascial closure was possible in all cases, with no bridging. Median length of hospital stay was 7.5 days (4–17 days). Three developed minor abdominal wall wound complications. At median review of 24 months (18–37 months), there have been no significant wound problems, mesh infections or explants, and none has developed recurrence of their midline ventral hernia. Visual analogue scales revealed high patient satisfaction levels overall and with their final aesthetic appearance. Conclusions We believe that TAMR offers significant advantages over other forms of components separation in this patient group. The technique can be adopted successfully in UK practice and combined gastrointestinal and plastic surgeon operating yields good results.

Management of Complex Abdominal Wall Defects Using Acellular Porcine Dermal Collagen

2010 ◽  
Vol 76 (1) ◽  
pp. 96-100 ◽  
Author(s):  
Luis Felipe Chavarriaga ◽  
Edward Lin ◽  
Albert Losken ◽  
Michael W. Cook ◽  
Louis O. Jeansonne ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Abdominal Wall ◽  
Primary Repair ◽  
Abdominal Wall Reconstruction ◽  
Long Term Results ◽  
Wound Complications ◽  
Abdominal Wall Defects ◽  
Mesh Placement ◽  
Postoperative Wound ◽  
Porcine Dermal Collagen ◽  
Dermal Collagen

Multiple techniques have been used for the repair of complex abdominal wall defects after recurrent incisional hernias with varying rates of success. Primary repair has been associated with high recurrence rates, and prosthetic mesh placement is contraindicated in contaminated surgical fields. The development of biologic prostheses has changed the approach to these difficult problems. This study evaluates the management of complex abdominal wall defects using acellular porcine dermal collagen. Between August 2006 and May 2007, 18 patients underwent abdominal wall reconstruction for complex defects with acellular porcine dermal collagen (CollaMend™; Bard Inc., Warwick, RI). Patient demographics, preoperative risk factors, previous herniorrhaphy attempts, postoperative complications, recurrences, and long-term results were retrospectively reviewed. Records were reviewed at a mean follow up of 7.3 months; the recurrence rate was 44.4 per cent. A total of 38.9 per cent (seven of 18) developed a postoperative wound complications, including infection in 22.2 per cent (four of 18). All of the patients with infection required prosthesis removal as a result of encapsulation rather than incorporation of the biologic prosthesis. Acellular porcine dermal collagen has the potential for reconstruction of abdominal wall defects with postoperative wound occurrences comparable with other biologic materials. Encapsulation of the material was a major problem in cases with wound infection that required graft removal rather than local wound measures. Hernia recurrence and dehiscence of the graft were problems in noncompromised surgical fields.

Reconstruction of the Abdominal Wall with Mesh I: Component Separation Techniques

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Samuel W. Ross ◽  
B. Todd Heniford ◽  
Vedra A. Augenstein
Keyword(s):  
Hernia Repair ◽  
Abdominal Wall ◽  
Abdominal Wall Reconstruction ◽  
Operative Management ◽  
Component Separation ◽  
Transversus Abdominis ◽  
Patient Specific ◽  
Wound Complications ◽  
Separation Techniques ◽  
Robotic Hernia Repair

Truly complex hernias which are multiply recurrent, have active infections, loss of domain, presence of stomas, require component separation or panniculectomy, and/or have other exacerbating factors, are truly challenging to manage operatively, and the multidisciplinary operations to repair them have become known collectively as abdominal wall reconstruction (AWR). Component separation techniques and panniculectomy, to name a few, have become commonly used techniques for operative management for complex hernias. Herein, we describe the history and technical aspects of component separation, panniculectomy and other adjunct techniques in abdominal wall reconstruction. In particular, a focus on patient specific clinical outcomes such as hernia recurrence, wound complications, and quality of life has been made in regards to use and types of component separation. Our goal is to provide a comprehensive review of the state of the literature and our recommendations for AWR, for the Plastic, General, and Hernia surgeon alike. This review contains 7 figures, 1 video, 1 table, and 79 references. Keywords: ventral hernia repair, incisional hernia, abdominal wall reconstruction. component separation, transversus abdominis release (TAR), surgical site infection, advances in hernia repair, robotic hernia repair, robotic component separation, botulinum toxin

Systematic review of transversus abdominis release in complex abdominal wall reconstruction

Hernia ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
pp. 5-15 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. A. Wegdam ◽  
J. M. M. Thoolen ◽  
S. W. Nienhuijs ◽  
N. de Bouvy ◽  
T. S. de Vries Reilingh
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Abdominal Wall ◽  
Abdominal Wall Reconstruction ◽  
Transversus Abdominis ◽  
Transversus Abdominis Release

scholarly journals Ventral hernia from routine repairs to abdominal wall reconstruction: our initial experience

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (10) ◽  
pp. 3348
Author(s):  
Sheetal Ishwarappagol ◽  
Rohit Krishnappa
Keyword(s):  
Abdominal Wall ◽  
Ventral Hernia ◽  
Abdominal Wall Reconstruction ◽  
Tobacco Consumption ◽  
Transversus Abdominis ◽  
Abdominal Pressure ◽  
Postural Stabilization ◽  
History Of ◽  
And Function ◽  
Ventral Hernias

Background: Loss of continuity of abdominal wall significantly affects the functions of protection of viscera, postural stabilization, and maintenance of intra-abdominal pressure. The newer understanding of abdominal wall reconstruction (AWR) aims at restoring abdominal wall anatomy and function, instead of simply patching the defect. We want to showcase the changing trends and results in hernia repair at a Medical Institution.Methods: This is an observational retrospective study conducted in RRMCH, Bengaluru from July 2018-2019 including all patients with ventral hernia undergoing the specified hernia repairs.Results: A total of 54 patients with ventral hernias undergoing routine hernia repairs/AWR surgeries were retrospectively analysed. The overall mean age was 46.62±12.44 year. Majority subjects were females (n=37; 68.5%), and overweight (Mean BMI=28.07±3.01/m2). 14 patients (25.92%), all males, had history of tobacco consumption. There were 38 (70.37%) primary ventral hernias and 7 recurrent hernias. Overall mean defect size was 10.2±0.4 cm. Most frequently performed was open retro rectus Hernioplasty (n=18; 33.33%), followed by open Preperitoneal Hernioplasty (n=17; 31.48%), laparoscopic intraperitoneal onlay mesh (IPOM) (n=16; 29.62%) and open transversus abdominis release (TAR) (n=3; 5.5%). On statistical analysis, it was found that Open repairs had higher post-operative pain (p=0.0005), longer hospitalization (p=0.0002) and higher incidence of surgical site events (p=0.0134) when compared to Laparoscopic repairs.Conclusion: As known already, minimally invasive techniques of hernia surgeries are shown to have acceptable outcomes when compared to radical open surgeries. Newer techniques of AWR are being employed to routine cases in larger numbers, and not just for complex reconstruction, at most centres with acceptable outcomes. 

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