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Understanding surgical anatomy is crucial for open inguinal hernia repair. A personalized approach, considering various techniques like anterior mesh, posterior, or tissue repair, ensures the best outcomes for each patient.

Keywords:

Bassini Inguinal hernia Lichtenstein McVay Mesh Shouldice

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Area of Science:

Surgical techniques
Hernia repair
Anatomical knowledge

Background:

Open inguinal hernia repair involves diverse surgical approaches.
Surgeon's anatomical knowledge is a critical factor in successful outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the best-studied open inguinal hernia repair approaches.
To emphasize the importance of anatomical knowledge for surgical success.
To guide the selection of appropriate open surgical techniques based on patient needs.

Main Methods:

Review of the literature on well-documented open inguinal hernia repair techniques.
Analysis of factors influencing the choice of surgical approach.
Identification of patient subsets that may benefit from specific techniques.

Main Results:

The anterior mesh approach is the most frequently used open technique.
Evidence supports the use of posterior approaches or tissue repair for specific patient groups, including women.
Comprehensive anatomical knowledge is essential for all open inguinal hernia repair methods.

Conclusions:

A tailored surgical strategy, informed by detailed anatomical understanding, is paramount for optimizing open inguinal hernia repair outcomes.
While anterior mesh repair is common, alternative methods like posterior repair or tissue approximation should be considered for select patient populations.