A comparative study between onlay and sublay mesh repair in the treatment of umbilical hernia and para umbilical hernia among adults

Abstract

Background: A hernia is a protrusion of an organ through an abnormal opening, often occurring in the 
abdominal wall. Para-umbilical hernias are common in middle-aged and older adults, especially in 
women. Obesity is a major risk factor. Surgical mesh repair is the preferred treatment, reducing 
recurrence but carries a risk of infection. 
Methods: A study in India will involve 200