Lateral single-dock robot-assisted retro-rectus ventral hernia repair (rTARUP/rTARM): observational study on long-term follow-up.

Robot-assisted surgery for ventral hernias has gained popularity among surgeons in hospitals equipped with robotic platforms, despite the limited availability of high-level prospective data. Moreover, research on long-term outcomes of ventral hernia repair remains particularly challenging. This study aims to evaluate the long-term outcomes of patients operated for a ventral hernia with a robot-assisted repair using a self-fixating retro-rectus synthetic mesh with a lateral docking transabdominal approach (rTARUP/rTARM).

A Systematic Review and Independent Patient Data Meta-Analysis of Prophylactic Mesh Augmentation for Incisional Hernia Prevention after Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Surgery (I-PREVENT-AAA) A Collaborative European Hernia Society Project.

Objective: To analyze the effectiveness of prophylactic mesh augmentation (PMA) of the abdominal wall following open aortic aneurysm repair as compared to primary sutured closure in preventing incisional hernia (IH) formation by performing an individual patient-data meta-analysis (IPDMA).

Summary Background Data: IH is a prevalent complication after abdominal surgery, especially in high-risk groups. PMA of the abdominal wall has been studied as a preventive measure for IH-formation, but strong recommendations are lacking.

Systematic review and meta-analysis on robotic assisted ventral hernia repair: the ROVER review.

Introduction: Robotic surgery for ventral hernia repair (VHR) is gaining attention for its potential advantages over laparoscopic and open techniques. This approach combines the advantages of minimally invasive surgery with the ability to perform technically challenging procedures, often required in open surgery but difficult with conventional laparoscopy. We aim to evaluate the efficacy and safety of robotic VHR compared to other surgical approaches, focusing on postoperative complications, operative time, and costs.

Standardized porcine integrated robotic inguinal hernia training: the SPIRIT model.

Background: Implementing a robotic system for minimally invasive surgical procedures necessitates a comprehensive training regimen. This involves not only mastering the technological aspects of the robotic system but also enhancing surgical proficiency in manipulating robotic instruments. Furthermore, procedural expertise in specific surgeries is critical.