Desarda Tissue Technique vs Lichtenstein Technique for Primary Inguinal Hernia Repair

Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing the Desarda Tissue Technique With the Lichtenstein Technique in Primary Inguinal Hernia Repair

This study aims to evaluate whether a surgical technique (Desarda) is superior to the commonly used surgical technique (Lichtenstein) in inguinal hernia repair concerning the occurrence of postoperative complications. The Lichtenstein technique involves the use of a mesh, while the Desarda technique does not.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Diagnosed with primary inguinal hernia.
• Body mass index below 31
• Indication for inguinal hernia repair via anterior approach, either as outpatient surgery (CMA) or elective admission.
• Legal capacity to provide informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patients with a weak, thin, or divided external oblique aponeurosis.

• Participants diagnosed with any of the following conditions:

  • Ongoing oncological disease
  • Cirrhotic patients classified as Child B or higher

• Women who have previously undergone a cesarean section

• Cognitive or affective conditions that limit the ability to cooperate with the study procedures