Prophylactic funnel mesh for preventing parastomal hernia in patients with permanent end stoma: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Purpose: The high incidence of parastomal hernia (PSH) has led surgeons to study strategies to minimize PSH, including prophylactic mesh placement during permanent stoma creation. There are several studies on prophylactic mesh for preventing PSH with conflicting results and there is limited information on using 3D funnel meshes and their effectiveness in preventing PSH.

Methods: A search was performed on PubMed, Scopus, Cochrane Central Register of Clinical Trials, and Web of Science for studies published up to September 2024.