It is known that strangulation or necrosis of the intestine within the hernia sac of inguinal hernia increases mortality and morbidity in patients. However, the risks of incarceration in hernias have not been fully revealed.To better understand the factors associated with incarceration in inguinal hernia, the investigators will examine patients who will apply to our clinic for inguinal hernia and undergo elective and emergency inguinal hernia surgery.

A prospective study will be conducted for 2 years, involving all adult patients who have applied to the general surgery outpatient clinic of Bakırköy Dr Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, diagnosed with inguinal hernia, and who have applied to the emergency diagnosed with incarcerated inguinal hernia and underwent hernia repair surgery.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Ages between 18-80
• Primary and recurrent inguinal hernias
• Incarcerated / strangulated inguinal hernias

Exclusion Criteria:

• Younger than 18, older than 80
• Pregnancy
• Mental retardation

Patients who have applied to the general surgery outpatient clinic of Bakırköy Dr Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, diagnosed with inguinal hernia, and who have applied to the emergency diagnosed with incarcerated inguinal hernia and underwent hernia repair surgery.