ABSTRACT
Introduction Giant ventral hernias are a surgical challenge due to their size and the need for a specialized approach during repair. Over the decades, abdominal wall surgery has evolved into a sophisticated field with a wide range of techniques aimed at improving patient outcomes. However, there is no universally accepted method suitable for repairing all giant ventral hernias. Surgeons must rely on a combination of techniques, choosing the approach that best matches their expertise, available resources, and the individual patient's specific needs. This article explores the effective use of a combination of techniques, including preoperative botulinum toxin application, modified Ramírez's component separation, and Rives-Stoppa hernioplasty, yielding excellent results and minimizing recurrences. Objective This study aims to provide a comprehensive literature review of giant ventral hernias. Additionally, we aim to share our experience in managing and repairing giant ventral hernias using a multi-modal approach, combining various surgical techniques with a focus on patient safety, reduced recurrence rates, and improved quality of life. Methods Between October 1, 2019, and October 1, 2021, six patients with giant ventral hernias were enrolled at our department of surgery. They received preoperative botulinum toxin A (BT) application, underwent corrective surgery involving modified component separation following the Ramírez method, and received Rives-Stoppa hernioplasty. Follow-up was conducted for at least six months. Results Six patients were included in the study: three women and three men. They had an average age of 53.6 years and an average body mass index of 31.8 kg/m2. The most common location of the hernia defect was supra and infraumbilical, among 66% of cases. The primary adverse effect associated with BT application was abdominal distension, reported in 33% of patients. No postoperative complications, such as abscesses or seromas, were observed. After the surgical procedure, the average hospital stay was 2.6 days, and no recurrences were noted within six months post-surgery. Conclusion The proposed method, which involves a combination of techniques, has demonstrated promising results based on our experience. However, to solidify these findings and better understand the full scope of this approach, further comprehensive statistical studies involving larger populations are essential. These studies will not only validate our results but also provide valuable insights for optimizing the management of giant ventral hernias.
ABSTRACT
La membrana duodenal congénita se presenta con mayor frecuencia en la región ampular, y se expresa clínicamente como obstrucción intestinal durante el periodo neonatal. En algunos escenarios el diagnóstico de esta condición clínica pasa inadvertida cuando dicha membrana es incompleta, como en los casos de membrana duodenal fenestrada. En consecuencia, se modifica la forma de presentación y se dificulta su diagnóstico temprano. Se cuenta con distintos accesos terapéuticos para esta enfermedad, desde los abiertos, hasta los endoscópicos y laparoscópicos. Se presenta el caso de una lactante con diagnóstico tardío de membrana duodenal fenestrada, que se trató quirúrgicamente mediante acceso laparoscópico.
Congenital duodenal membrane is more frequently seen in the ampullary region and is clinically expressed as intestinal obstruction in the neonatal period. In some settings, the diagnosis of this clinical condition is glossed over when the membrane is incomplete as it happens in fenestrated duodenal membrane. Consequently, its way of presentation changes and thus the early diagnosis becomes difficult. There are different therapeutic accesses to this disease, from open to endoscopic and laparoscopic ones. This is a nursling who was lately diagnosed as fenestrated duodenal membrane case and was surgically treated through the laparoscopic access.
ABSTRACT
Objetivo: Demostrar el manejo laparoscópico tardío en la reparación de una hernia postraumática gigante. Sede: Hospital CIMA Chihuahua, Tercer Nivel de Atención. Diseño: Descripción de caso. Descripción del caso. Paciente masculino de 41 años de edad, que 7 años previos participó en accidente automovilístico de frente con pérdida de la conciencia. Cuatro meses antes de su manejo comienza con pérdida de peso y una incapacidad importante para mantener los alimentos en el estómago. Se realiza serie esófago-gastroduodenal presentando hernia diafragmática gigante, vólvulo gástrico, la TAC evidencia orificio herniario en hemidiafragma izquierdo con vólvulo gástrico en el hemitórax derecho. Se realiza el tratamiento quirúrgico por abordaje laparoscópico, presentando un derrame pleural bilateral que, al 5º día de postoperado, se mantenía sólo en el lado izquierdo, resolviéndose en su totalidad a los 15 días de postoperado. Conclusiones: Cuando hablamos que una hernia diafragmática postraumática no es diagnóstica de manera inmediata al evento, entonces podemos hablar que el padecimiento se convierte en un problema crónico. La reparación de las hernias diafragmáticas postraumáticas, aunque técnicamente con mayor complejidad, tienen como alternativa la vía laparoscópica y la colocación de materiales protésicos con buenos resultados a corto y mediano plazo, convirtiéndose, en manos expertas y centros hospitalarios adecuados, en el estándar de oro para el manejo de las mismas.
Objective: To demonstrate the late laparoscopic handling for the repair of a post-traumatic giant hernia. Setting: Hospital CIMA Chihuahua, third level health care. Design: Case description. Case description. Male patient, 41-year-old, who 7 years before had been involved in a frontal automotive collision with loss of consciousness. Four months before his management, he started with weight loss and inability to retain food in the stomach. An esophageal-gastro-duodenal series was performed, which revealed a giant diaphragmatic hernia, gastric volvulus, the CAT scan evidenced hernia orifice in the left hemidiaphragm with gastric volvulus in the right hemithorax. Surgery was performed using a laparoscopic approach; the patient presented a bilateral pleural effusion, which on the 5th of surgery was restricted to the left side only, and resolving 15 days after surgery. Conclusions: When stating that a post-traumatic diaphragmatic hernia is not diagnostic immediately after the event, then we can say that it has become a chronic problem. Repair of post-traumatic diaphragmatic hernias, although technically more complex, have as alternative the laparoscopic route and placement of prosthetic materials with good short- and median-term results, becoming the gold standard for their treatment when performed by expert hands and in appropriate medical centers.
