腹腔镜食管裂孔疝修补术

目的探讨腹腔镜下应用补片(Bard CruraSoft PTFE/ePTFE Mesh)行食管裂孔疝修补和部分胃底折叠术治疗食管裂孔疝的临床效果。方法2006年8月~2007年4月,对13例食管裂孔疝(Ⅰ型6例,Ⅲ型7例)腹腔镜下用超声刀进行食管裂孔疝游离、腔内缝合器行补片固定完成食管裂孔疝修补术并同期行部分胃底折叠术。结果13例手术全部获得成功,无中转开腹手术。手术时间115~185min,平均142min;术中出血量25~120ml,平均75ml。术后平均32h(26~37h)排气并开始进流质饮食。术后住院3~6d,平均4d。13例术后随访4~11个月,平均6.5月,术后1个月临床症状完全消失,13例手术后3个月行钡餐造影检查未见疝复发。结论腹腔镜下应用补片行食管裂孔疝修补和部分胃底折叠手术是一种安全有效的微创方法,具有临床推广的价值。     

Open versus Laparoscopic Hiatal Hernia Repair

Background:

The literature reports the efficacy of the laparoscopic approach to paraesophageal hiatal hernia repair. However, its adoption as the preferred surgical approach and the risks associated with paraesophageal hiatal hernia repair have not been reviewed in a large database.

Method:

The Nationwide Inpatient Sample dataset was queried from 1998 to 2005 for patients who underwent repair of a complicated (the entire stomach moves into the chest cavity) versus uncomplicated (only the upper part of the stomach protrudes into the chest) paraesophageal hiatal hernia via the laparoscopic, open abdominal, or open thoracic approach. A multivariate analysis was performed controlling for demographics and comorbidities while looking for independent risk factors for mortality.

Results:

In total, 23,514 patients met the inclusion criteria. By surgical approach, 55% of patients underwent open abdominal, 35% laparoscopic, and 10% open thoracic repairs. Length of stay was significantly reduced for all patients after laparoscopic repair (P < .001). Age ≥60 years and nonwhite ethnicity were associated with significantly higher odds of death. Laparoscopic repair and obesity were associated with lower odds of death in the uncomplicated group.

Conclusion:

Laparoscopic repair of paraesophageal hiatal hernia is associated with a lower mortality in the uncomplicated group. However, older age and Hispanic ethnicity increased the odds of death.     

腹腔镜下治疗食管裂孔疝55例报告

目的：探讨腹腔镜下治疗食管裂孔疝的可行性和有效性。方法2008年3月～2013年3月腹腔镜手术治疗55例食管裂孔疝,腹腔镜下完成食管裂孔疝的还纳及修补之后,进一步行胃底折叠术。结果55例均在腹腔镜下完成手术,在食管裂孔修补基础上辅以不同的胃底折叠术,其中Nissen胃底折叠术17例,Toupet 胃底折叠术19例,Dor胃底折叠术19例。3种术式的手术时间：Nissen术式（69．6±13．0）min,Toupet术式（68．0±8．2）min,Dor术式（63．8±10．1）min;3种术式的术中出血量：Nissen术式（20．0±5．8）ml,Toupet术式（20．6±9．5）ml,Dor术式（21．7±5．0）ml,无一例输血;3种术式的术后拔管时间：Nissen术式（3．1±1．1） d,Toupet术式（2．7±0．7） d,Dor术式（2．3±1．1） d;3种术式的术后住院时间：Nissen术式（9．1±4．9）d,Toupet术式（8．4±2．6）d,Dor术式（7．6±1．5）d。术后患者的临床症状均得到有效缓解,无围术期死亡,3例（5．4％）出现术后并发症,其中2例胃排空障碍,1例吞咽困难,治疗后均缓解。55例中位随访时间45个月（6～60个月）,口服钡餐造影或胃镜等检查无食管裂孔疝复发,无食管狭窄和食管憩室发生。结论腹腔镜下治疗食管裂孔疝安全有效,可根据病人的情况选择不同的胃底折叠术。     

腹腔镜手术治疗食管裂孔疝45例

目的探讨腹腔镜食管裂孔疝修补联合抗反流手术治疗食管裂孔疝的疗效。方法 2004年5月~2008年11月45例食管裂孔疝行腹腔镜食管裂孔疝修补联合抗反流手术。采用视觉模拟积分(visual analogue scales,VAS)评价术前及术后1、6、12个月胃食管反流症状,包括烧心、吞咽梗阻、反酸、胸痛、嗳气等。结果在缝合缩小食管裂孔的同时,行改良Nissen术9例,Toupet术10例,Dor术26例。无中转开腹。手术时间92~203min,平均118min。术后住院2~8d,平均2.7d。术后发生胃潴留3例,吞咽梗阻2例。术后随访1~48个月,平均21.5月,2例分别在术后1、12个月复发。胃食管反流综合症状VAS评分术前中位数5分(4~8分),术后1、6、12个月中位数均为1分,术前后比较均有统计学意义(P=0.000)。结论腹腔镜食管裂孔疝修补联合抗反流手术是治疗食管裂孔疝的有效方法 ,具有创伤小、恢复快的特点。     

Laparoscopic Repair of Left Lumbar Hernia After Laparoscopic Left Nephrectomy

Lumbar hernias, rarely seen in clinical practice, can be acquired after open or laparoscopic flank surgery. We describe a successful laparoscopic preperitoneal mesh repair of multiple trocar-site hernias after extraperitoneal nephrectomy. All the key steps including creating a peritoneal flap, reducing the hernia contents, and fixation of the mesh are described. A review of the literature on this infrequent operation is presented. Laparoscopic repair of lumbar hernias has all the advantages of laparoscopic ventral hernia repair.     

Laparoscopic Paraesophageal Hernia Repair. How I do it

Introduction  The approach to paraesophageal hernias has changed radically over the last 15 years, both in terms of indications for the repair and of surgical technique. Discussion  Today we operate mostly on patients who are symptomatic and the laparoscopic repair has replaced in most cases the open approach through either a laparotomy or a thoracotomy. The following describes a step by step approach to the laparoscopic repair of paraesophageal hernia. Presented at the 49th Annual Meeting of the Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract, San Diego, California, May 17–21, 2008     

Vagotomy During Hiatal Hernia Repair: A Benign Esophageal Lengthening Procedure

Introduction  This study describes the use of vagotomy in patients during complex laparoscopic esophageal surgery (e.g., reoperative antireflux surgery (rLARS) or paraesophageal hernia (PEH) repair) when, after extensive esophageal mobilization, the gastroesophageal junction cannot be made to reach the abdomen without tension. In doing so, we hope to understand the risk incurred by vagus nerve division in this setting in order to evaluate its role in managing the short esophagus. Methods  One hundred and sixty-six patients underwent rLARS or PEH repair between 1/1998 and 6/2003 at our institution. Clinical data was obtained from a prospectively maintained database and systematic patient questionnaires administered for this study. Follow-up was available for 102 (61%) of these patients, at a median of 19 months (range 6–69 months). Results  Fifty-two patients underwent rLARS while 50 patients underwent PEH repair. Thirty patients had a vagotomy during the course of their operation (Vag Group; 20 anterior, six posterior, four bilateral), 13 in the rLARS group (25%), and 17 in the PEH group (34%). The primary presenting symptoms for rLARS and PEH repair patients were improved in 89% in the Vag Group and 91% in the No Vag Group. Similarly, there was no difference in the severity of abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea, or early satiety between the Vag and No Vag groups at follow-up. No patient required a subsequent operation for gastric outlet obstruction. Conclusions  Vagotomy during rLARS and PEH repair does not lead to a higher rate delayed gastric emptying, dumping syndrome, or other side effects. Thus, we propose vagotomy to be a legitimate alternative to Collis gastroplasty when extensive mobilization of the esophagus fails to provide adequate esophageal length. Presented at the annual meeting of The Society for Surgery of the Ailmentary Tract New Orleans, 2004 This work was supported in part by the Mary and Dennis Wise Fund.     

Parastomal Hernia Repair: a Single Center Experience

Background/Objectives:

Despite multiple options for operative repair of parastomal hernia, results are frequently disappointing. We review our experience with parastomal hernia repair.

Methods:

A retrospective chart review was performed on all patients with parastomal hernia who underwent LAP or open repair at our institution between 1999 and 2006. Information collected included demographics, indication for stoma creation, operative time, length of stay, postoperative complications, and recurrence.

Results:

Twenty-five patients who underwent laparoscopic or open parastomal hernia repair were identified. Laparoscopic repair was attempted on 12 patients and successfully completed on 11. Thirteen patients underwent open repair. Operative time was 172±10.0 minutes for laparoscopic and 137±19.1 minutes for open cases (P=0.14). Lengths of stay were 3.1±0.4 days (laparoscopic) and 5.1±0.8 days (open), P=0.05. Immediate postoperative complications occurred in 4 laparoscopic patients (33.3%) and 2 open patients (15.4%), P=0.38. Parastomal hernia recurred in 4 laparoscopic patients (33.3%) and 7 open patients (53.8%) after 13.9±4.5 months and 21.4±4.3 months, respectively, P=0.43.

Conclusion:

Laparoscopic modified Sugarbaker technique in the repair of parastomal hernia affords an alternative to open repair for treating parastomal hernia.     

Laparoscopic Total Extraperitoneal Hernia Repair Outcomes

Methods:A retrospective chart review examined outcomes of 1240 laparoscopic hernia operations in 783 patients, focusing on intraoperative and early postoperative complications, pain, and time until return to work and normal physical activities.Results:There were no intraoperative complications in this series; 106 patients experienced early postoperative complications across 8 evaluated categories: urinary retention (4.1%), seroma (3.0%), testicular/hemiscrotal swelling (1.9%), testicular atrophy (0%), hydrocele (0.6%), mesh infection (0.1%), and neurological symptoms (transient, 1.0%; persistent, 0.2%). Patients used an average of 5.6 Percocet pills after the procedure, and mean times until return to work and normal activities, including their routine exercise regimen, were 3.0 and 3.8 days, respectively.Conclusion:Complication rates and convalescence times were considered equivalent or superior to those found in other studies assessing both laparoscopic and open techniques. The usage of multiple Endostaples did not result in increased neurologic complications in the early postoperative period when compared with findings in the literature. In the hands of an experienced surgeon, total extraperitoneal repair is a safe, effective alternative to open inguinal hernia repair.     

Laparoscopic mesh hiatoplasty for paraesophageal hernias and fundoplications

Background Little grade A medical evidence exists to support the use of prosthetic material for hiatal closure. Therefore, the authors compiled and analyzed all the available literature to determine whether the use of prosthetic mesh in hiatoplasty for routine laparoscopic fundoplications (LF) or for the repair of large (>5 cm) paraesophageal hernias (PEH) would decrease recurrence. Methods A literature search was performed using an inclusive list of relevant search terms via Medline/PubMed to identify papers (n = 19) describing the use of prosthetic material to repair the crura of patients undergoing laparoscopic PEH reduction, LF, or both. Results Case series (n = 5), retrospective reviews (n = 6), and prospective randomized (n = 4) and nonrandomized (n = 4) trials were identified. Laparoscopic procedures (n = 1,368) were performed for PEH, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), hiatal hernia, or a combination of the three. Group A (n = 729) had primary suture repair of the crura, and group B (n = 639) had repair with either interposition of mesh to close the hiatus or onlay of prosthetic material after hiatal or crural closure. The use of mesh was associated with fewer recurrences than primary suture repair in both the LF and PEH groups. The mean follow-up period did not differ between the groups (20.7 months for group A vs. 19.2 months for group B). None of the papers cited any instance of prosthetic erosion into the gastrointestinal tract. Conclusions The current data tend to support the use of prosthetic materials for hiatal repair in both routine LF and the repair of large PEHs. Longer and more stringent follow-up evaluation is necessary to delineate better the safety profile of mesh hiatoplasty. Future randomized trials are needed to confirm that mesh repair is superior to simple crural closure.     

Evaluation of the Rebound Hernia Repair Device for Laparoscopic Hernia Repair

Background:

The characteristics of the ideal type of mesh are still being debated. Mesh shrinkage and fixation have been associated with complications. Avoiding shrinkage and fixation would improve hernia recurrence rates and complications. To our knowledge, this is the first study of a device with a self-expanding frame for laparoscopic hernia repair.

Methods:

Six Rebound Hernia Repair Devices were placed laparoscopically in pigs. This device is a condensed polypropylene, super-thin, lightweight, macro-porous mesh with a self-expanding Nitinol frame. The devices were assessed for adhesions, shrinkage, and histological examination. Laboratory and radiologic evaluations were also performed.

Results:

The handling properties of the devices facilitated their laparoscopic placement. They were easily identified with simple x-rays. The mesh was firmly integrated within the surrounding tissue. One device was associated with 3 small adhesions. The other 5 HRDs had no adhesions. We noted no shrinkage or folding. All devices preserved their original size and shape.

Conclusions:

At this evaluation stage, we found that the Rebound Hernia Repair Device may serve for laparoscopic hernia repair and has favorable handling properties. It prevents folding and shrinkage of the mesh. It may eliminate the need for fixation, thus preventing chronic pain. The Nitinol frame also allowed radiologic evaluation for gross movement. Further studies will be needed to evaluate its clinical application.     

腹腔镜在先天性食管裂孔疝修补术中的应用

目的探讨腹腔镜手术治疗小儿食管裂孔疝的安全性和疗效。方法2001年9月～2008年12月对7例小儿食管裂孔疝施行腹腔镜食管裂孔疝修补术联合胃底折叠术（Nissen法）。1例因术前上消化道造影发现合并胃排空延迟,联合实施了腹腔镜幽门成形术。1例合并右腹股沟斜疝同时行腹腔镜疝囊高位结扎术。1例术中发现合并副脾,未给予处理。结果7例患儿均在腹腔镜下完成食管裂孔疝修补联合胃底折叠术（Nissen法）,无中转开腹者。手术时间平均94.2min（75～150min）;术中出血量平均5ml（2～10ml）,无术中术后输血者。术后24～48h进奶或进食。术后住院3～7d,平均4.5d。7例患儿术后随访6～20个月,平均12.6月。1例术后第10天出现呕吐,给予食管扩张和胃动力药物治疗后好转;1例术后1年复发,再次行腹腔镜食管裂孔疝修补联合Nissen胃底折叠术治愈;其余5例术后恢复顺利,无并发症发生。结论腹腔镜治疗食管裂孔疝创伤小,安全性好,疗效确切,可以联合治疗其他疾病,应注意适应证的选择。     

Long-Term Durability and Comfort of Laparoscopic Ventral Hernia Repair

Background:

Repair of ventral hernias, including primary ventral hernias and incisional ventral hernias, is performed in the United States 90,000 times per year. Open or traditional ventral hernia repairs involve the significant morbidity and expense of a laparotomy and a significant risk of recurrent herniation. Laparoscopic ventral hernia repair (LVHR) may offer a less-invasive alternative with shorter length of hospital stay, fewer cardiopulmonary complications, and low recurrence rates.

Methods:

225 patients underwent laparoscopic ventral hernia repairs in which carboxymethylcellulose-sodium hyaluronate coating (Sepramesh, Davol, Providence, RI) was used primarily. All cases were included prospectively from the study period of 2002 through 2009. Patient characteristics were recorded, and follow-up analysis was performed over a period of 42 mo following surgery. Recurrence, reoperations, and all complications were recorded. Mesh awareness and mesh-related pain were assessed using the hernia-specific Carolinas Comfort Scale (CCS) instrument, completed by 72 patients.

Results:

Over 42 mo of follow-up, 2 ventral hernias have recurred, and no long-term bowel erosion or fistulization has occurred. Little or no mesh-related symptoms were reported, and mean scores for mesh awareness and mesh pain were 3.6 and 3.2, respectively, on a scale from 0–40 (lower scores signify less pain or awareness). Two serious early complications occurred related to intestinal ileus and metal tacks producing intestinal perforation, and this led to a change in the tacking devices used.

Conclusions:

LVHR with carboxymethylcellulose-sodium hyaluronate coating (Sepramesh) is safe and effective. Complications are rare, the repair is durable, and long-term results are good with rare recurrences, low awareness of mesh, and little pain. Technical lessons include use of at least one transfascial suture and the avoidance of metal tacks for fixation.     

Looking Beyond Age and Co-morbidities as Predictors of Outcomes in Paraesophageal Hernia Repair

Introduction  Paraesophageal hernia (PEH) repair is a technically challenging operation. These patients are typically older and have more co-morbidities than patients undergoing anti-reflux operations for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and these factors are usually cited as the reason for worse outcomes for PEH patients. Clinically, it would be useful to identify potentially modifiable variables leading to improved outcomes. Methods  We performed a retrospective analysis of a representative sample from 37 states, using the Nationwide Inpatient Sample database over a 5-year period (2001–2005). Patients undergoing any anti-reflux operation with or without hiatal hernia repair were included, and comparison was made based on primary diagnoses of PEH or GERD. Exclusion criteria were diagnosis codes not associated with reflux disease or diaphragmatic hernia, emergency admissions, and age <18. Primary outcome was in-hospital mortality. Two sets of multivariate analyses were performed; one set adjusting for pre-treatment variables (age, gender, race, Charlson Comorbidity Index, hospital teaching status, hospital volume of anti-reflux surgery, calendar year) and a second set adjusting further for post-operative complications (splenectomy, esophageal laceration, pneumothorax, hemorrhage, cardiac, pulmonary, and thromboembolic events, (VTE)). Results  Of the 23,458 patients, 6,706 patients had PEH. PEH patients are older (60.4 vs. 49.1, p < 0.001) and have significantly more co-morbidities than GERD patients. On multivariate analysis, adjusting for pre-treatment variables, PEH patients are more likely to die and have significantly worse outcomes than GERD patients. However, further adjustment for pulmonary complications, VTE, and hemorrhage eliminates the mortality difference between PEH and GERD patients, while adjustment for cardiac complications or pneumothorax did not eliminate the difference. Conclusions  While PEH patients have worse post-operative outcomes than GERD patients, we note that differences in mortality are explained by pulmonary complications, VTE, and hemorrhage. The impact of hemorrhagic complications on this group underscores the importance of careful dissection. Additionally, age and co-morbidities alone should not preclude a patient from PEH repair; rather, attention should be focused on peri-operative optimization of pulmonary status and prophylaxis of thromboembolic events.     

Minimally Invasive Spigelian Hernia Repair

Introduction:

Spigelian hernia is an uncommon ventral hernia characterized by a defect in the linea semilunaris. Repair of spigelian hernia has traditionally been accomplished via an open transverse incision and primary repair. The purpose of this article is to present 2 case reports of incarcerated spigelian hernia that were successfully repaired laparoscopically using Gortex mesh and to present a review of the literature regarding laparoscopic repair of spigelian hernias.

Methods:

Retrospective chart review and Medline literature search.

Results:

Two patients underwent laparoscopic mesh repair of incarcerated spigelian hernias. Both were started on a regular diet on postoperative day 1 and discharged on postoperative days 2 and 3. One patient developed a seroma that resolved without intervention. There was complete resolution of preoperative symptoms at the 12-month follow-up.

Conclusion:

Minimally invasive repair of spigelian hernias is an alternative to the traditional open surgical technique. Further studies are needed to directly compare the open and the laparoscopic repair.     

The Use of Needlescopic Instruments in Laparoscopic Ventral Hernia Repair

A successful laparoscopic hernia repair requires complete covering of the hernia defect, adequate tension of the prosthesis, and secure stapling with a stapler. We describe herein our technique of performing laparoscopic hernia repair using a needlescopic instrument which results in minimal damage to the abdominal wall and has significant cosmetic benefits. Our technique is easy to perform and useful for achieving initial anchoring of the prosthesis before fixation to the abdominal wall with a laparoscopic stapler. Received: October 18, 2000 / Accepted: May 15, 2001     

Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair in Liver Transplant and Other Immunosuppressed Patients

We report the early results of laparoscopic incisional hernia repair in a small group of immunosuppressed patients and compare these results with a cohort of patients with open repair. We describe a modification used to secure the cephalad portion of the Gore-Tex mesh in high epigastric incisional hernias often encountered after liver transplantation. Data were gathered retrospectively for all incisional hernia repairs by our group from March 1996 to January 2001. Twelve of 13 attempted patients had successful completion of their laparoscopic hernia repairs with no reported recurrences to date. Two of these procedures were performed for recurrent hernias. We completed nine of nine attempted laparoscopic hernia repairs in liver transplant patients with epigastric incisional hernias. We repaired two of three attempted lower midline incisional hernias in renal disease patients. One of these patients was soon able to reuse his peritoneal dialysis catheter. A total of 15 patients, 12 with liver transplants, underwent open repair of their incisional hernias. These patients had seven recurrences and/or serious mesh infections with five patients electing repeated operations. In our initial series, laparoscopic mesh repair of incisional hernias is practical and safe in the abdominal organ transplant population with a low incidence of early recurrence and serious infections.