Comparative studies on prophylactic mesh versus no mesh with at least 24 months and 80% follow-up
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Adapted from: Olavarria OA, Dhanani NH, Bernardi K, et al. Prophylactic mesh reinforcement for prevention of midline incisional hernias: A publication bias adjusted meta-analysis. Ann Surg 2020.