Biomechanical Evaluation of Autologous Mesenchymal Stem Cell Transplantation to Improve Fascial Repair Available to Purchase

Hernia repair continues to be one of the major problems faced by surgeons. Up to 10% of laparotomies are complicated by post-operative incisional hernia, carrying with it a myriad of complications ranging from cosmetic disfigurement to life-threatening strangulation of the bowel [1]. A large percentage of these incisional hernias will recur following surgical repair leading to a more vicious cycle of hernia, followed by repair, followed by hernia. It is therefore imperative to create a more optimum wound-healing environment. The intent of this study was to investigate a novel approach for significantly reducing the initial occurrence of incisional hernia and their associated morbidities, thereby halting the vicious cycle of hernia formation.