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Transabdominal preperitoneal herniorraphy: technique and results

J Bátorfi1, O Kelemen, L Vizsy

  • 1General Surgical Department, County Legal City Hospital of Nagykanizsa, Hungary.

Acta Chirurgica Hungarica
|January 1, 1997
PubMed
Summary

Transabdominal preperitoneal (TAPP) laparoscopic hernia repair using polypropylene mesh offers advantages like reduced pain and shorter hospital stays. This technique is a strong option for recurrent or bilateral groin hernias.

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Area of Science:

  • Surgical Innovation
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Gastroenterology

Background:

  • Laparoscopic surgery is increasingly favored for groin hernia repair.
  • The standard laparoscopic approach involves preperitoneal mesh placement.
  • Transabdominal preperitoneal (TAPP) repair is a widely accepted technique.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the outcomes of transabdominal preperitoneal (TAPP) laparoscopic hernioplasty.
  • To assess the efficacy and safety of polypropylene mesh in TAPP repair.
  • To determine the suitability of TAPP for recurrent and bilateral hernias.

Main Methods:

  • Prospective study of 131 patients (160 hernias) undergoing TAPP repair with polypropylene mesh.
  • Data collected on operating time, complications, and recovery.

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  • Follow-up to assess early recurrence rates.

    • Main Results:

    • Average operating times were 80 minutes (unilateral) and 108 minutes (bilateral).
    • Complications included transient neuralgias (4.3%), seromas-hematomas (12%), and hydrocele (1.2%).
    • Early recurrence rate was 3.1%, attributed to technical factors.

    Conclusions:

    • Laparoscopic TAPP hernioplasty provides minimal postoperative pain and short hospital stays (3.1 days).
    • Early return to full physical activity (1-2 weeks) is a significant benefit.
    • TAPP repair is a highly effective option for recurrent and bilateral inguinofemoral hernias.