Background Small case series have suggested an increased risk of femoral hernia after
previous inguinal herniorrhaphy, but no large-scale data with complete follow-up are …

Background Traditionally, repair of an inguinal hernia has been by an open method, but
laparoscopic techniques have recently been introduced and are increasing in popularity …

Inguinal hernias are one of the most common reasons a primary care patient may need
referral for surgical intervention. The history and physical examination are usually sufficient …

Background The aim of this prospective randomized multicenter trial was to evaluate the
recurrence rates and complications of open versus laparoscopic repairs of inguinal hernias …

Purpose Inguinal hernia repair is one of the most common operations performed globally.
Identification of risk factors that contribute to hernia recurrence following an index inguinal …

Background To identify the rate of and risk factors for contralateral inguinal hernia (CIH) after
unilateral inguinal hernia repair in adult male patients. Methods This retrospective cohort …

Objective: To determine age-and sex-specific incidence rates of inguinal hernia repairs
(IHR) in a well-defined US population and examine trends over time. Background Data: IHR …

BACKGROUND: Factors that predispose patients to the development of inguinal hernias will
persist after repair. This study aimed to determine the incidence of future contralateral hernia …

Background The aim of this study was to analyze the impact of an abdominal wall surgery
unit on postoperative complications (within 90 days postoperatively), hernia recurrence and …

Objectives: We analyze, on a nationwide basis, the risk of re-reoperation with reference to
previous inguinal hernia repair technique. Summary Background Data: Operation for a …