A Comparative Study of Prolene & Ultra Pro (Composite) Mesh in Inguinal Hernia Surgery
Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2017, Vol 5, Issue 3
Abstract
Purpose- The aim of the study was Comparison the use of Polypropylene mesh (Prolene mesh) and Light weight mesh (ultra pro mesh). Methods- A total of 50 patients were studied observed and followed up at 15 days, 1 month, 3, months and 6 months. 25 patients were offered light weight mesh hernioplasty as the treatment of their condition and in rest 25 patients Lichtenstein hernioplasty with heavy weight mesh (prolene mesh) done. Results: 56% of hernia occurs is 41-60 years of age and least in age of 20-30 years which is less than 8%.76% of hernia patient presented with groin swelling while 24% patient presented with groin swelling with pain. 48% of patients had symptoms of hernia for more than 6 months to one year duration. Overall post operative complications were slightly high in heavy weight mesh hernioplasty than light weight mesh hernioplasty. Conclusion: Lichtenstein hernioplasty using light weight mesh was better than heavy weight mesh hernioplasty in respect to immediate and late post operative complication, especially chronic groin pain.
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Dr Shivraj Meena
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