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Review
. 1996 Mar;78(2):81-4.

Parastomal hernia

L Martin  1 , G Foster
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Review

Parastomal hernia

L Martin et al. Ann R Coll Surg Engl. 1996 Mar.

Abstract

Parastomal herniation is a common complication after stoma formation. The incidence can be reduced by using an extraperitoneal technique, limiting the size of the trephine to 1.5-2.0 cm or by strengthening with a mesh. If an intraperitoneal technique is used the intestine should be brought out through the rectus muscle. Generally, the symptoms are easily controlled with a support belt. Various techniques have been advocated for surgical repair. Fascial repair alone should no longer be performed owing to an unacceptably high recurrence rate, but should be combined with a prosthetic mesh. Relocation of the stoma should be performed for primary repairs.

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  • Parastomal hernia.
    Bewes PC. Bewes PC. Ann R Coll Surg Engl. 1997 Mar;79(2):154-5. Ann R Coll Surg Engl. 1997. PMID: 9135248 Free PMC article. No abstract available.

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