| Mesh overlap | ||
|---|---|---|
| Defect size | Recommended mesh overlap | Repairs with sufficient overlap |
| Open repair | ||
| < 1 cm | ≥ 2 cm | 21/57 (37%) |
| 1-4 cm | ≥ 3 cm | 307/1634 (19%) |
| > 4 cm | ≥ 5 cm | 157/572 (28%) |
| Laparoscopic Repair | ||
| Any size | ≥ 5 cm | 652/2188 (30%) |
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