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Hernia Surgery Beyond Technique-A Discipline Redefining Itself.

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¹Department of Surgery, Herlev Hospital, University of Copenhagen, DK-2730 Herlev, Denmark.

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Summary

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Hernia surgery is rapidly evolving beyond its traditional, standardized techniques. This transformation signifies a major shift in general surgery practices and patient care approaches.

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General Surgery
Surgical Innovation
Clinical Medicine

Background:

Hernia repair has historically been considered a highly standardized surgical procedure.
Recent advancements challenge the long-standing technical maturity of hernia surgery.

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