Recurrent Inguinal Hernia Treatment - Lichtenstein Versus Laparoscopic Totally Extraperitoneal Preperitoneal Hernioplasty

Lichtenstein Hernioplasty Versus Totally Extraperitoneal Laparoscopic Hernioplasty in Treatment of Recurrent Inguinal Hernia - A Prospective Randomized Trial

The study aims at detecting possible differences between an open (Lichtenstein) and a video-assisted (TEP) technique in treating recurrent inguinal hernia. The differences monitored are further recurrence and chronic pain as well as primary complications.

Inclusion Criteria:

• recurrent inguinal hernia
• willing to participate

Exclusion Criteria:

• unwilling to participate
• bilateral hernia
• preference towards either treatment arm