Non-mesh inguinal hernia repair: Review

Asian Journal of Surgery, 2024

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DOI 10.1016/j.asjsur.2024.06.055
Data confidence 70 medium
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Abstract

Hernioplasty stands as one of the most common abdominal surgical interventions. The "gold standard" treatment for inguinal hernias remains Lichtenstein mesh hernioplasty. Nonetheless, clinical practice continues to grapple with issues concerning complications such as recurrence, chronic postoperative pain, and infection. The myriad types of surgery lead to conflicting opinions regarding the superiority and drawbacks of inguinal canal plastic surgery methods. This article presents current data on the surgical treatment of non-mesh inguinal hernias, delineating the most prevalent techniques while exploring their respective advantages and disadvantages. Additionally, the researchers' experiences are analyzed in detail.