DOI: 10.36347/sasjs.2023.v09i12.011

Pages: 2002-1006

Background: Ventral hernias are common surgical conditions that can lead to serious complications if left untreated. The use of synthetic mesh in ventral hernia repair has become a widely accepted practice among general surgeons. Objective: This study was undertaken to assess the outcomes of onlay mesh repair for ventral hernias. Methods: A total of 52 patients with ventral hernias who underwent open onlay mesh repair were included in the study, focusing on the period from April 2020 to September 2022, with exclusion criteria applied to those with uncontrolled diabetes mellitus and recurrent ventral hernias. Patient demographics were analyzed, and complications were documented. The data were then statistically analyzed to determine the outcomes. Results: The study found that 7.6% of patients developed complications, with no reported mortality. The mean age of the patients was 46.38±12.28, and there was a female preponderance. The use of prosthetic non-absorbable onlay mesh resulted in a relatively low complication rate among the study participants. Conclusions: Onlay mesh repair using non-absorbable prosthetic mesh proves effective and presents a manageable complication rate in ventral hernia surgery, offering a promising option for improved patient outcomes.