Prospective comparative study of open meshplasty (lichentenstein’s method) versus laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair
Journal Title: MedPulse -International Medical Journal - Year 2014, Vol 1, Issue 9
Abstract
Background: Since the dawn of surgical history, hernias have been subject of interest and their treatment has evolved through distinct stages. Time has seen many advances in hernia management from truss and bandages recommended by Cooper in 18th century to laparoscopic hernia repair till date. Cases: We present 2 years prospective comparative study of 60 patients of inguinal hernias with respect to post-operative pain, operative time, hospital stay and rate of recurrence. 30 patients undergone hernia repair by meshplasty (Lichenstein’s repair) and rest of 30 patients undergone laparoscopic hernia repair (15 by TAPP and 15 by TEP)
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Jaykar R D, Kasabe P S, Aher Manoj, Korde P A
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