Effects of Hernia Repair on Men's Sexual Functions

Effects of Laparoscopic Totally Extraperitoneal and Lichtenstein Hernia Repair on Men's Sexual Functions and Quality of Life.

In the literature, there are several studies that compare Laparoscopic totally extraperitoneal hernia repair (TEP) with Lichtenstein hernia (LH) repair. There are no studies that compare sexual functions on men's health and quality of life. Our aim was to study the sexual functions of men, who underwent TEP or LH repair according to Health Survey Scoring Demonstration (SF36) and The International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF).

176 men with unilateral inguinal hernia were randomized into two groups. Group T (n=88) underwent TEP and Group L(n:88) underwent LH repair. Patients demografigs, perioperative findings were recorded. For all patients preoperative, postoperative 7th,30th and 90th day SF 36 and IIEF were filled up.

Inclusion Criteria:

• having male gender
• patients diagnosed on unilateral inguinal hernia
• patients aged between 18 and 65 years
• ASA I and II patients

Exclusion Criteria:

• having female gender
• patients diagnosed on bilateral or recurrence inguinal hernia,
• patients suffering erectile dysfunction