Publications by authors named "Jose M Molina-Villar"
Background: Sarcopenia is defined as the loss of skeletal muscle mass and is associated with an increased risk or morbidity and mortality in complex surgical patient populations. Its role in complex abdominal wall surgery (AWS) is yet to be determined. The aim of this study is to establish if sarcopenia has an impact on postoperative complications, mortality and hernia recurrence.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Incisional hernia (IH) after abdominal surgery is a frequent surgical complication. Risk factors associated with IH are midline incisions, patients with an abdominal aneurysm of the aorta, and high BMI. Preventive measures include the use of the small-bites suture technique and/or placing a prophylactic mesh for reinforcement of the midline closure.
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- Incisional hernias are a common complication following kidney transplants, with rates varying from 1.6% to 18%, and previous studies suggest that using a prophylactic mesh can significantly lower this risk in other surgeries.
- This study is a randomized controlled trial aimed at determining if using ProGrip™ mesh during kidney transplant surgeries can reduce the incidence of hernias compared to standard surgical closure methods.
- The ProGrip™ mesh is designed for easy fixation and aims to provide a safer, effective alternative that doesn't greatly extend surgery time, potentially improving patient outcomes in the long term.*