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INCISION:
Longitudinal incision over herniation in midline
FINDINGS:
Epigastric hernia ...cm defect with pre-peritoneal fat herniation.
Contained only pre-peritoneal fat appearing healthy, no bowel involvement.
PROCEDURE:
Herniations cleared all round.
Reduction of herniated fat.
Ensured adequate clearance of fascia all around.
CLOSURE:
No 1 Ethilon interrupted fascial sutures closing hernial defect.
Subcutaneous tissue approximated with 2.0 Vicryl.
3.0 Monocryl Subcuticular sutures to skin.
Dressings applied
POST OPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS:
Observations Q4H
Post op bloods tomorrow (ddmmyy)
Diet: Eat and Drink as tolerated
LMWH at 18:00 hours
To avoid excessive straining 4-6/52