Using the Alfapump® to control ascites enabling elective umbilical hernia repair: A case report
- 01.12.2025
- Case Report
- Verfasst von
- Natasha A. Sioda
- Hugo E. Vargas
- Jill L. Weidknecht
- Kristi L. Harold
- Erschienen in
- Hernia | Ausgabe 1/2025
Abstract
Purpose
Umbilical hernia repair in patients with medically refractory ascites poses a significant challenge for clinicians. Optimization of ascites prior to surgical intervention is recommended due to improved post-operative outcomes. The alfapump® is a battery-operated device that directs ascites into the bladder for excretion and can be utilized in patients with medically refractory ascites. We present a patient with medically refractory ascites that underwent implantation of the alfapump® allowing for elective umbilical hernia repair.
Methods
A 70-year-old male with medically refractory ascites in the setting of a recurrent symptomatic umbilical hernia underwent implantation of the alfapump®.
Results
The patient was followed in the outpatient setting and maintained adequate control of his ascites following implantation of the alfapump® device. He subsequently underwent a robotic repair of his umbilical hernia. Post-operatively, the patient did not experience a recurrence or complications related to the hernia repair.
Conclusion
Hernia repair in the setting of medically refractory ascites pose a challenge for surgeons. The implantation of the alfapump® may be a viable option to control medically refractory ascites allowing for elective hernia repair.
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- Titel
- Using the Alfapump® to control ascites enabling elective umbilical hernia repair: A case report
- Verfasst von
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Natasha A. Sioda
Hugo E. Vargas
Jill L. Weidknecht
Kristi L. Harold
- Publikationsdatum
- 01.12.2025
- Verlag
- Springer Paris
- Erschienen in
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Hernia / Ausgabe 1/2025
Print ISSN: 1265-4906
Elektronische ISSN: 1248-9204 - DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s10029-025-03393-w
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