Comparing Open and Robotic Unilateral Transversus Abdominis Release in Incisional Hernias With a Lateral Component: A Single Center Retrospective Study

In our limited series, a robotic approach seems safe and feasible when faced with large lateral hernias. Short-term results show a shorter length of stay using the robotic approach, with no significant difference in short term complications, specifically SSI-rate. However, conclusions are limited due to the low number of patients and additional studies should be performed to account for long term recurrence and increase included patient number.