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Chapters
- 00:00Introduction
- 00:51Surgery
- 08:40Post-operative Procedures
- 09:09Results
- 10:10Conclusion
Presented here is a protocol of para-esophageal hernia repair. Use of absorbable biosynthetic mesh avoids the risk of erosion through the esophagus whilst reinforcing the repair. Glue fixation is preferred to avoid the risk of trauma such as bleeding or cardiac tamponade, which are associated with stitches or tacks.
