Abstract | BACKGROUND: Many studies have reported that laparoscopic total extraperitoneal ( TEP) repair for recurrent inguinal hernia after an open hernioplasty was safe and effective. This study was conducted to evaluate TEP repair for recurrent inguinal hernia through a retrospective analysis of our data. MATERIALS AND METHODS: We performed a retrospective analysis of the medical records of patients who were scheduled for laparoscopic TEP repair from December 2000 to December 2008. A total of 1065 cases of laparoscopic TEP repairs were performed for 944 patients by a single surgeon, and 100 cases of recurrent inguinal hernias were enrolled. RESULTS: The mean operation time was longer in the recurrent hernia group than that in the primary hernia group (P < 0.001), and peritoneal tearing occurred more frequently in the recurrent hernia group (P < 0.001). Direct hernia was more frequent in the recurrent hernia group (P < 0.001). The mean number of hospital days and complications, such as seroma and postoperative pain, were similar in both groups. Three cases of recurrence occurred (0.28%): 2 occurred in the recurrent hernia group (2%) and the other occurred in the primary hernia group (0.1%). CONCLUSIONS:
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Authors | Yoon Young Choi, Zisun Kim, Kyung Yul Hur |
Journal | Journal of laparoendoscopic & advanced surgical techniques. Part A
(J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A)
2010 Jul-Aug
Vol. 20
Issue 6
Pg. 537-9
ISSN: 1557-9034 [Electronic] United States |
PMID | 20518685
(Publication Type: Journal Article)
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Topics |
- Female
- Hernia, Inguinal
(surgery)
- Humans
- Laparoscopy
(methods)
- Length of Stay
- Male
- Middle Aged
- Postoperative Complications
- Recurrence
- Reoperation
- Retrospective Studies
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