Laparscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair - Does the Choice of Self-fixated Mesh Matter?

Laparscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair - Does the Choice of Self-fixated Mesh Matter?

Self-fixed mesh and postoperative pain after laparoscopic inguinal hernia surgery, a randomized clinical trial

Pain after inguinal hernia surgery is a major problem for the patient and results in lower quality of life. In this randomized clinical trial we examine if the choice of self-fixed mesh affects post-operative inguinal pain in laparoscopic hernia surgery. 164 patients are randomized and followed up for 1 year.

Inclusion Criteria:

• patients with a clinical inguinal hernia, who are operated with laparoscopic surgery in day case surgery

Exclusion Criteria:

• scrotal or incarcerated hernia
• previous laparotomy
• ASA >3
• BMI <18 or >35
• Liver cirrhosis
• No hernia in clinical examination