V. K. Bansal

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V. K. Bansal is a leading figure in gastrointestinal and minimally invasive surgery, with a particular focus on abdominal wall hernia repair. His most impactful contributions center on the development and updating of international clinical guidelines for the laparoscopic treatment of ventral and incisional hernias. As a key author for the International Endohernia Society (IEHS), Bansal co-authored the landmark 2019 updates to these guidelines, published in two parts (Part A with 366 citations and Part B with 164 citations). These comprehensive documents synthesize the best available evidence on diagnostics and therapy, providing crucial, evidence-based recommendations that help surgeons worldwide standardize and improve patient outcomes. By translating complex research into actionable clinical protocols, Bansal has directly shaped modern surgical practice. His work ensures that laparoscopic techniques for complex hernias are performed with the highest standards of safety and efficacy, cementing his reputation as a pivotal contributor to the field of endohernia surgery and a trusted voice for surgeons seeking authoritative guidance.

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1. 1
   Update of Guidelines for laparoscopic treatment of ventral and incisional abdominal wall hernias (International Endohernia Society (IEHS))—Part A

   366 citations · 2019
2. 2
   Update of Guidelines for laparoscopic treatment of ventral and incisional abdominal wall hernias (International Endohernia Society (IEHS)): Part B

   164 citations · 2019

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