Is there any risk if I get epigastric hernia surgery without using a mesh? My doctor recommended it but I'm worried it might come back later if I don't use one

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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Mesh-less epigastric hernia repair has higher recurrence risk;mesh reinforcement is recommended to reduce recurrence rates.

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