The use of meshes in inguinal hernia repair (IHR) has gained popularity but new
complications have been observed. Mesh-related visceral complications (MRVCs) are …

INTRODUCTION: Infection after repair of groin hernia is rare, even since the advent of mesh
repair. The debate remains open about antibiotic prophylaxis. AIM OF THE STUDY: Assess …

Background The long-term complications after implantation of a prosthetic mesh in inguinal
hernia repair remain a concern. Recent development of new mesh materials has resulted in …

Mesh erosion into visceral organs is a rare complication following laparoscopic mesh repair
for inguinal hernia with only 15 cases reported in English literature. We report the first case …

A 67-year-old man presented with recurrent sepsis, groin swelling, and lower urinary tract
symptoms 12 years after bilateral TEP inguinal hernia repair. Diagnosis of mesh migration …

Background Inguinal hernia repair is the most common elective procedure in general
surgery. Therefore, the number of patients having complications related to inguinal hernia …

New surgical procedures in the aftermath of their benefits beget new complications as well.
Laparoscopic repair of inguinal hernia is widely practised now. It involves reinforcement of …

Background In spite of the successful results of tension free hernioplasties, recurrent
inguinal hernias are not an uncommon finding in the clinical practice. Methods The authors …

Synthetic mesh is now used for inguinal hernia repair in most cases. It is well known that the
indwelling mesh contracts after placement in the body, regardless of the material. The aim of …

Inguinal hernia repair is one of the most commonly performed surgical procedures
worldwide. An inguinal hernia occurs due to a defect in the abdominal wall, which allows the …