Background The use of mesh is becoming more popular for large hiatal hernia (type II–IV)
repair to reduce the recurrence rate. The aim of this study was to outline the currently …

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Purpose The objective of the present study was to review the pertinent literature and analyze
the evidence for and against the use of mesh for hiatal hernia repair, with a focus on the …

Paraesophageal hiatal hernia (PHH), accounting for only 5% of all hiatal hernias, may result
in potentially life threatening complications such as obstruction, acute dilatation, perforation …

Introduction Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) is a common problem in the
Western countries, and the interest in the minimal access surgical approaches to treat …

Laparoscopic approach has been suggested as the definitive treatment for large hiatal
hernias. Reinforcement of the hiatoplasty and the need to perform antireflux surgery is still …

Background The use of mesh for laparoscopic repair of large hiatal hernias may reduce
recurrence rates in comparison with primary suture repair. However, there is a potential risk …

Background Breakdown of the crural closure is a frequent reason for failure of antireflux
surgical procedures. This retrospective study aimed to determine the effectiveness of using …

Although there is evidence in the adult surgical literature to suggests that the use of mesh
prosthesis during laparoscopic hiatal hernia repair results in much reduced recurrence …

Background: Repairing large hiatal hernias using mesh has been shown to reduce
recurrence. Drawbacks to mesh include added time to place and secure the prosthesis as …