IJSR International Journal of Scientific Research 2277 - 8179 Indian Society for Health and Advanced Research ijsr-7-1-13762 Original Research Paper CLINICAL STUDY OF INCISIONAL HERNIA AT OUR INSTITUTE Anant Shah Dr. Dr Mehul Panchal Dr. January 2018 7 1 01 02 ABSTRACT

Background: Incisional Hernias are common complication of abdominal surgery. Depending on the risk factors Incisional Hernia can occurs in 12 – 30 % of patients subjected to abdominal operations.

Aims and Objective: A clinical study on risk factors, clinical presentations, management and post–operative complications in patient with Incisional Hernia.

Material and Methods: A total of 30 patients of Incisional Hernia were studied and postoperative complications were evaluated in our institute.

Results: Incidence of incisional hernia is more common in females than males and the overall M:F ratio is 1:2. Incisional hernia incidence is high in lower abdominal incisions.

Conclusions: Closure of abdominal wound in layers and prevention of wound infection reduces chances of incisional hernia.