학술논문

Guidelines for laparoscopic (TAPP) and endoscopic (TEP) treatment of inguinal Hernia [International Endohernia Society (IEHS)].
Document Type
Article
Source
Surgical Endoscopy & Other Interventional Techniques. Sep2011, Vol. 25 Issue 9, p2773-2843. 71p. 6 Diagrams, 17 Charts.
Subject
*INGUINAL hernia
*GUIDELINES
*MEDICAL societies
*LAPAROSCOPIC surgery
*PREOPERATIVE risk factors
*SURGICAL complications
*THERAPEUTICS
Language
ISSN
1866-6817
Abstract
The article discusses a guidelines from the International Endohernia Society (IEHS) for the endoscopic or total extraperitoneal patch plasty (TEP) and laparoscopic or transabdominal preperitoneal patch plasty (TAPP) treatments of inguinal hernia. It discusses various elements of the laparoscopic method such as benefits, risks, and feasibility. Moreover, information regarding the use of a mesh material, including selection, optimal size, and fixation modalities, is presented.

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