Study Findings on Hernias Discussed by a Researcher at Division of General Surgery (Surgical Treatment of Complex Abdominal Wall Hernia in Obese Patients).

A recent study conducted by researchers at the Division of General Surgery explores the surgical treatment of complex abdominal wall hernias in obese patients. The study highlights the increased risks associated with obesity, such as surgical wound complications and recurrence, particularly when the body mass index (BMI) exceeds 30 kg/m2. The researchers analyzed the outcomes of 13 patients who underwent surgery for complex abdominal wall hernias after participating in a pre-operative program for weight loss. The study suggests that primary surgical treatment of obesity is preferred, but non-surgical weight loss programs may be considered for patients unable to undergo surgery or those requiring rapid correction of abdominal wall defects. [Extracted from the article]