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[Abdominal wall hernias (inguinal hernia, incisional hernia)]
1Allgemeinchirurgische Klinik, Krankenhaus Siegburg GmbH.
Langenbecks Archiv Fur Chirurgie. Supplement. Kongressband. Deutsche Gesellschaft Fur Chirurgie. Kongress
|January 1, 1997
Summary
This study reviews inguinal hernia repair techniques, including Shouldice, Lichtenstein, and laparoscopic methods. It recommends personalized treatment based on hernia type and patient factors for better outcomes.
Area of Science:
- General Surgery
- Hernia Repair Surgery
Background:
- Inguinal hernias require effective surgical repair.
- Various surgical techniques exist, each with potential benefits and drawbacks.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review and compare different surgical procedures for inguinal hernia treatment.
- To emphasize the importance of a tailored approach in hernia repair.
Main Methods:
- Review of established inguinal hernia repair procedures: Shouldice, Lichtenstein, Rutkow, TIPP, TAPP, and TEP.
- Discussion of incisional hernia repair, including conventional methods and prosthesis use.
Main Results:
- Conventional repair of incisional hernias shows high recurrence rates (30-40%).
- Synthetic prosthesis implantation (sublay, inlay, onlay) improves results for incisional hernias.
Conclusions:
- An individualized, selective approach to inguinal hernia repair is recommended, considering hernia type, patient age, and profession.
- A multicenter study comparing different inguinal hernia repair procedures is warranted to establish optimal treatment guidelines.