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Extraperitoneal laparoscopic inguinal hernia repairs.

P Fan1, H J Schmidt

  • 1Hackensack University Medical Center, Hackensack/New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ.

Surgical Technology International
|November 27, 2002
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Totally extraperitoneal herniorrhaphy (TEP) is a complex laparoscopic surgery. Despite initial concerns, TEP is proven safe and effective, leading to increased patient demand and satisfaction.

Area of Science:

  • Surgical Innovation
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Laparoscopic Procedures

Background:

  • Totally extraperitoneal herniorrhaphy (TEP) presents a steep learning curve for surgeons.
  • TEP has faced criticisms regarding cost, general anesthesia, and operative time.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the safety, efficacy, and efficiency of TEP.
  • To address surgeon and patient satisfaction with TEP.
  • To assess the growing patient demand for TEP procedures.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of randomized trials assessing TEP safety and efficacy.
  • Review of surgeon and patient outcomes.
  • Assessment of cost-effectiveness and operating room time.

Main Results:

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  • TEP has been demonstrated to be safe in numerous randomized trials.
  • Properly performed TEP leads to high satisfaction for patients, surgeons, and payers.
  • Patient demand for TEP is increasing.

Conclusions:

  • Initial concerns regarding TEP's safety, efficacy, and efficiency are no longer valid.
  • TEP offers a satisfactory outcome when performed correctly.
  • The procedure is increasingly sought after by patients.