Reply To: Non Mesh Repair Questions

[Retained ForeignBodies causing pain or Chronic pain from Hernia?]

Hello Dr. Towfigh – a couple of questions to add to this thread:

– I understand that the risk of recurrence is greater with a non-mesh repair but are you also saying that the risk of nerve injury is greater with a tissue repair than it is with mesh? If so, is this because of the physical stitching required vs placing of mesh?

– In terms of chronic pain, what are the most likely causes with a laparoscopic mesh repair? Is it the mesh itself or are there other ways in which this procedure can injure nerves?

Thank you!