Purpose To examine the updated evidence on safety, effectiveness, and outcomes of the
totally extraperitoneal (TEP) versus the laparoscopic transabdominal preperitoneal (TAPP) …

Background Groin hernia repair is one of the most common operations performed globally,
with more than 20 million procedures per year. The last guidelines on groin hernia …

Inguinal hernia repair is one of the most frequently performed surgery. The ideal procedure
for inguinal hernia repair remains controversial. Open Lichtenstein tension-free mesh repair …

Purpose Minimally invasive approach for acute incarcerated groin hernia repair is still
debated. To clarify this debate, a literature review was performed. Methods Search was …

Background The impact of laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair (IHR) on chronic groin pain
(CGP) prevalence, risk and daily activities compared to open IHR is still unclear. Methods A …

BACKGROUND International guidelines concerning mesh and mesh fixation options in
laparoscopic totally extraperitoneal (TEP) and transabdominal preperitoneal (TAPP) groin …

Abstract Introduction The Lichtenstein repair has been synonymous with “open” inguinal
hernia repair (IHR) for 40 years. However, international guidelines have suggested that …

Background Incisional hernia (IH) is a common complication after abdominal surgery.
Prevention of IH is matter of intense research. Prophylactic mesh reinforcement (PMR) has …

Background Insulin resistance, a condition in which cells do not respond adequately to
insulin, plays a crucial role in diabetes and related metabolic disorders. Randomized clinical …

Purpose To examine updated evidence on the efficacy and safety of mesh non-fixation in
patients undergoing laparo-endoscopic repair of groin hernias. Methods We searched …