Outcomes following repair of incarcerated and strangulated ventral hernias with or without synthetic mesh.

Background: The use of synthetic mesh for ventral hernia repair under contaminated conditions is a controversial issue due to the considerable risk of surgical site infection (SSI). This study aimed to review the outcomes of repair of incarcerated and strangulated ventral hernias with or without synthetic mesh in compliance with established clinical guidelines regarding the incidence of SSI and hernia recurrence.

Methods: The records of patients with complicated ventral hernias who were treated with or without synthetic mesh repair were reviewed.

Does the duration of symptoms of anal fissure impact its response to conservative treatment? A prospective cohort study.

Background: Conservative treatment is the first line of treatment for anal fissure. The current study aimed to evaluate the impact of symptom duration on the response of anal fissure to conservative treatment.

Patients And Methods: This prospective study was conducted on sixty patients with acute or chronic anal fissure who were treated conservatively with bulking agents, Sitz baths, and topical glyceryl trinitrate (GTN) 0.