3D technology as a preoperative assesment on patients with hernias of the groin. A quantitative classification proposal aimed to reach surgical approaching

Abstract

Background: The abdominal wall pathology is one of the most prevalent in surgery and its surgical repair is therefore one of the most performed worldwide, representing a significant health expense largely due to the impact recurrences cause (24 to 42%). Nowadays certain aspects such as the type and location of the hernia or the position of the mesh, the fixation method as well as the choice between the laparoscopic versus open approach are mainly based on the decision and experience of the surgeon, adding to it, the characteristics of the patient.