In the knowledge that Lichtenstein inguinal hernia repair is becoming increasingly popular
we evaluated this technique in a prospective randomized study. Would the Lichtenstein …

Aim. Although inguinal hernia repair is the most frequently performed surgical procedure in
the world, the best repair method has not gained acceptance yet. The ideal repair must be …

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to compare the outcome following Lichtenstein open
mesh repair or Shouldice repair for the surgical treatment of primary unilateral inguinal …

Abstract Purpose Following Lichtenstein's technique, over the last 15 years several variation
have been proposed, such as Trabucco's sutureless technique and the use of two self …

Background: The aim of the present randomized trial was to compare the Shouldice
procedure and the Lichtenstein hernia repair with respect to recurrence rate, technical …

Objective: To compare the outcome following Lichtenstein open mesh technique or
Shouldice repair for inguinal hernia operated on by surgeons in training. Design …

The Lichtenstein hernia repair has become a popular technique for most inguinal hernias
performed in the United States. One attempt to improve on this technique includes the use of …

Purpose The aim of the study was to offer a prospective comparative assessment of long-
term outcomes for inguinal hernia repair using Valenti and Lichtenstein techniques …

Introduction The aim of this prospective randomized clinical study was to compare the
Lichtenstein hernia repair with Kugel's patch hernia repair. Methods From September 1999 …

BACKGROUND Inguinal hernia surgery has undergone numerous advances in the last few
years. This study analysed the changes in the practice of one surgeon in a district general …