Conclusion  This study has shown that DCFM has the same short-term efficacy in hernia treatment as the standard PPM, with a reduction in postoperative pain and analgesic use, and a decrease in overall postoperative complications. In the rat model, DCFM resulted in milder inflammatory response and thicker fibrous plate than the PPM. Further biomechanical testing and longer follow-up is necessary, but initial results are promising. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s10029-010-0723-7Authors N. Arslani, Department of Surgery and Urology, Zabok General Hospital, Bračak 8, 49210 Zabok, CroatiaL. Patrlj, Department of Surgery, Clinical Hospital Dubrava, Zagreb, CroatiaM. Kopljar, Department of Surgery, Clinical Hospital Dubrava, Zagreb, CroatiaZ. Rajković, Departme...