Inguinal hernia repair: the choice of prosthesis outweighs that of technique
- 10 January 2007
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Springer Nature in Hernia
- Vol. 11 (2) , 125-128
- https://doi.org/10.1007/s10029-006-0179-y
Abstract
The use of prostheses in inguinal hernia repair reduces the incidence of recurrence. Quality of life and pain after hernia repair are largely correlated with the technique and type of prosthesis.Keywords
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