MendelsohnManeuver

The Mendelsohn Maneuver is a surgical procedure used to treat certain types of inguinal hernias. It was developed by Dr. Robert Mendelsohn and is considered an alternative to the more commonly used TEP (transabdominal preperitoneal) approach. The maneuver involves making an incision in the skin and subcutaneous tissue, followed by a dissection of the external oblique muscle and the internal oblique muscle. The hernia sac is then repaired using a mesh or other synthetic material. The Mendelsohn Maneuver is often used in cases where the hernia is recurrent or when the patient has a history of previous hernia repairs. It is also used in cases where the patient has a large hernia or a hernia that is located in a difficult-to-reach area. The procedure is typically performed under general anesthesia and takes about an hour to complete. Recovery time varies, but most patients can return to normal activities within a few days to a week. Complications are rare, but can include infection, bleeding, and mesh erosion.