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Laparoscopic herniorrhaphy: preference rate among surgeons in Ankara, Turkey
H I Kulaçoglu1, M M Ozmen, M T Oruç
1Department of Surgery, Ankara Numune Teaching and Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey.
East African Medical Journal
|May 11, 2002
Summary
Most surgeons and residents prefer open inguinal hernia repair over laparoscopic techniques. Personal surgical experience with laparoscopic repair significantly influences preference for this minimally invasive approach.
Area of Science:
- General Surgery
- Surgical Innovation
Background:
- Inguinal hernia repair remains a common surgical procedure.
- Both open and laparoscopic techniques are available for inguinal hernia repair.
- Surgeon preference can influence the adoption of new surgical techniques.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the preferred method of inguinal hernia repair among surgeons and surgical residents.
- To identify factors influencing the choice between open and laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair.
Main Methods:
- A questionnaire-based study was conducted.
- 142 surgeons and surgical residents from Ankara, Turkey, participated.
- Respondents indicated their preference for open versus laparoscopic repair for their own inguinal hernia.
Main Results:
- Only 14.1% of respondents preferred laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair.
- Personal experience with laparoscopic herniorrhaphy significantly increased preference (33.3% vs. 10.2%).
- Reasons for open repair included familiarity and local anesthesia; laparoscopic repair cited less pain and faster recovery.
Conclusions:
- The majority of surgeons and residents still favor open inguinal hernia repair.
- Personal experience is a key determinant in choosing laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair.
- Familiarity with open techniques and perceived benefits of laparoscopic approaches shape preferences.