Post-Operative Pain and Convalescence in Comparison of Laparoscopic Ventral Hernia Repair Vs Open Ventral Hernia Repair

ABSTRACT

Background: Ventral hernia is defined as a fascial defectlocated to the abdominal wall. The laparoscopic repair ofIncisional and ventral hernia is fast becoming the standard ofcare.Objectives: To compare and evaluate the post-operative painand convalescence between two groups.Methods: Study was conducted on 30 cases of ventral herniaadmitted in Rajindra Hospital, Patiala. They were divided intotwo comparison groups (15 cases each). Group A Openventral hernia repair; Group B Laparoscopic ventral herniarepair.Results and Conclusions: Laparoscopic repair should be thepreferred method of repair of ventral hernia as it is associatedwith a shorter hospital stay, decreased post-operative pain,better cosmetic results decreased complication rate likerecurrence, and seroma formation, decreased mesh infectionrate, early ambulation period, better patient satisfaction andearly return to activities.