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SAGES/AHS Hernia Panel Debates
In this session, experts will debate current controversies in the management and repair of inguinal and incisional hernias. Each debate will begin with a case presentation and panelists will then present the best evidence available to support their management approach. Audience participation will be included in the program. The session will conclude with a panel discussion of difficult cases.
Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:
- Discuss the role of surgery versus observation for asymptomatic inguinal hernia.
- Discuss indications for and results of laparoscopic and open incisional hernia repair.
- Discuss the role of various mesh materials for incisional hernia repair.
Outline
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Asymptomatic Inguinal Hernia: Watchful Waiting vs. Elective Repair
The Case for Watchful Waiting - Robert Fitzgibbons, MD
The Case for Elective Repair - Michael Holzman, MD
Open vs. laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
The Case for Open Repair - David Earle, MD
The Case for Laparoscopic Repair - Bruce Ramshaw, MD
Evidence-Based Assessment of laparoscopic vs. Open Approaches - David Flum, MD
Mesh Options for Incisional Hernia Repair
Role of Synthetic Meshes - Brent Matthews, MD
Role of Biologic Meshes - Scott Helton, MD
Panel Discussion/Difficult Cases
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