Technical Options of the Laparoscopic Pediatric Inguinal Hernia Repair
- 1 March 2014
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Mary Ann Liebert Inc in Journal of Laparoendoscopic & Advanced Surgical Techniques
- Vol. 24 (3), 194-198
- https://doi.org/10.1089/lap.2014.0081
Abstract
The approach to inguinal hernia in the pediatric population has historically been via an open technique. Over the last decade there have been numerous reports and descriptions of laparoscopic techniques to repair inguinal hernias in this population. This article highlights different techniques and clearly outlines the currently utilized approach in our institutions.Keywords
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