Ventral hernia is a frequently occurring complication following liver transplantation, with a reported risk in the literature ranging from 5% to 25%.~This study aims to evaluate if the risk of developing ventral hernia after liver transplantation can be reduced through the prophylactic implantation of a synthetic mesh Phasix in the course of liver transplantation.~PHASIX™ Mesh is a fully resorbable mesh implant prepared from poly-4-hydroxybutyrate (P4HB). Absorption of the mesh material occurs within 12 to 18 months.~Patients will be randomized in a 1:1 ratio to receive either Phasix mesh in the course of liver transplantation or standard surgery without the use of Phasix.~Ultra-sound examinations of the wound area will be performed 14 days, 3, 6 and 12 months after liver transplantation. Furthermore, presence of infections, seroma, pain and other problems in the wound area will be assessed.
This study aims to evaluate if the risk of developing ventral hernia after liver transplantation can be reduced through the prophylactic implantation of a synthetic, fully resorbable mesh Phasix in the course of liver transplantation.~Patients will be randomized in a 1:1 ratio to receive either Phasix mesh or standard surgery without the use of Phasix.~Ultra-sound examinations of the wound area will be performed 14 days, 3, 6 and 12 months after liver transplantation. Furthermore, presence of infections, seroma, pain and other problems in the wound area will be assessed.