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To determine if there is a difference in the quality of life in between patients who undergoes laparoscopic transabdominal pre-peritoneal (TAPP) or modified Lichtenstein hernioplasty
Patients presenting with incarcerated inguinal hernias will be randomized between open or laparoscopic repair groups. The primary outcome will be the quality of life scores. Patients will be followed-up for 12 months.
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| Label | Type | Description | Intervention Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open modified Lichtenstein repair | Active Comparator |
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| Laparoscopic TAPP inguinal hernia repair | Active Comparator |
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| Name | Type | Description | Arm Group Labels | Other Names |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open modified Lichtenstein repair | Procedure | Open Lichtenstein Hernioplasty |
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| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
|---|---|---|
| Quality of life scores as measured by Carolinas Comfort Scale | Carolina Comfort Scale during the duration of follow-up | 12 months |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Time in Minutes | Comparing the duration of operation between open and laparoscopic surgeries. | 12 months |
| Duration of Hospitalization in Days | Comparing the duration of post operative stay between open and laparoscopic surgeries. |
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Exclusion Criteria:
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| ID | Term |
|---|---|
| D006552 | Hernia, Inguinal |
| ID | Term |
|---|---|
| D046449 | Hernia, Abdominal |
| D006547 | Hernia |
| D020763 | Pathological Conditions, Anatomical |
| D013568 | Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms |
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| Laparoscopic TAPP inguinal hernia repair | Procedure | Laparoscopic TAPP Hernioplasty |
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| 12 months |
| Recurrence of Hernia after Operation | Comparing the recurrences between open and laparoscopic surgeries. | 12 monthts |