Emergency obstructed hernia admissions over the COVID-19 national lockdowns: a regional review

Emergency obstructed hernias pose a significant clinical challenge and can lead to higher complication rates, prolonged recovery, bowel resection and recurrence. Early diagnosis, urgent surgical intervention and appropriate antimicrobial prophylaxis are key. Our study aimed to describe the impact of national lockdowns on emergency obstructed hernia admissions and the effect on patient demographics and compliance with recommendation rates. Should another lockdown be in place in the future this could help us prepare plans for appropriate care and service provision.