Herniotomy

New herniotomy data have been reported by scientists at University of Copenhagen

Published in Medical Device Law Weekly, March 21st, 2010

According to recent research published in the journal Acta Anaesthesiologica Scandinavica, "Persistent post-herniotomy pain may be a neuropathic pain state based on the finding of a persistent sensory dysfunction. However, detailed information on the normal distribution of sensory function in pain-free post-herniotomy patients hinders identification of exact pathogenic mechanisms."

"Therefore, we aimed to establish normative data on sensory function in pain-free patients > 1 year after a groin herniotomy. Sensory thresholds were assessed in 40 pain-free patients by a standardized quantitative sensory testing (QST). Secondary endpoints included comparison of...

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Source: Medical Device Law Weekly (2010-03-21)

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