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A Comparative Observational Study of Laparoscopic Transabdominal Preperitoneal (TAPP) and Open Lichtenstein Repair for Inguinal Hernia
By Nabajyoti Paul.
Abstract
Background
Inguinal hernia repair is commonly performed, and both open Lichtenstein and laparoscopic TAPP techniques are established options. This study compared perioperative, recovery, safety, recurrence, and cost outcomes between the two approaches.
Methods
This prospective observational comparative study included 86 patients with inguinal hernia, with 43 undergoing open Lichtenstein repair and 43 undergoing laparoscopic TAPP repair. Outcomes included operative time, pain within 24–48 hours using the Visual Analogue Scale, time to return to normal activities, postoperative complications, length of hospital stay, recurrence at 6 months, and treatment expenses.
