Background For the scientific evaluation of the endoscopic and open mesh techniques for
the repair of inguinal hernia, meta-analyses of randomized controlled trials (RCT) are …

Background Finding the optimal approach to repair an inguinal hernia is controversial.
Therefore, for the scientific evaluation of the total extraperitoneal (TEP) and Lichtenstein …

Objective: The aim of this report is to evaluate the efficacy of the 3 most common open mesh
techniques used in practice. Background: The open mesh technique of choice, inguinal …

Background: This study aimed to identify the best procedure for addressing inguinal hernias
by comparing results after transabdominal preperitoneal (TAPP), totally extraperitoneal …

Background Lichtenstein's technique is considered the reference technique for inguinal
hernia repair. Recent trials suggest that the totally extraperitoneal (TEP) technique may lead …

Background: This randomized controlled trial was designed to compare the most common
technique for open mesh repair (Lichtenstein) with the currently preferred minimally invasive …

Background Inguinal hernia repair is the most frequently performed operation in general
surgery. The standard method for inguinal hernia repair had changed little over a hundred …

Hypothesis Mesh repair is generally preferred for surgical correction of inguinal hernia,
although the merits of endoscopic techniques over open surgery are still debated. Herein …

Background: Despite the advent of innovative surgical platforms and operative techniques, a
definitive indication of the best surgical option for the treatment of unilateral primary inguinal …

Background Current techniques for inguinal hernia repair show similar recurrence rates.
Therefore, recurrence is no longer the main issue discussed when considering improving …