Comparative Analysis of Ventral Hernia Repair and Transverse Abdominis Release With and Without Panniculectomy
Chris Amro,
Isabel A. Ryan,
Sharbel A. Elhage
et al.
Abstract:Introduction
Amid rising obesity, concurrent ventral hernia repair and panniculectomy procedures are increasing. Long-term outcomes of transverse abdominis release (TAR) combined with panniculectomy remain understudied. This study compares clinical outcomes and quality of life (QoL) after TAR, with or without panniculectomy.
Methods
A single-center retrospective review from 2016 to 2022 evaluated patients undergoing TAR with and without panniculectomy. … Show more
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