[Surgical laparoscopy in inguinal hernias, results of 143 operations]

The authors present a new surgical approach in inguinal hernias by the laparoscopic route, using a prolene mesh and a transabdominal preperitoneal approach. The advantages are excellent anatomical orientation, reduction of relapses, reduction of the postoperative discomfort, shorter convalescence and more rapid return to work. The future will show whether the described procedure is optimal.