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  • Title: Tension-free mesh hernia repair: recovery and recurrence after one year.
    Author: Rose K, Wright D, Ward T, McCollum C.
    Journal: Ann R Coll Surg Engl; 1999 Sep; 81(5):329-32. PubMed ID: 10645175.
    Abstract:
    The outcome of 200 consecutive patients with inguinal hernias repaired by the tension-free mesh technique at a specialist clinic was assessed one year after operation. There were no recurrences and no major complications. The wound infection rate was 1%. Less than 10% of patients had only minor complaints and 99% of patients were satisfied or very satisfied with the operation and its outcome. Low recurrence rates after one year imply low long-term recurrence and testify to the benefits of a specialist approach.
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