Open Access 01-09-2011 | Guidelines
Guidelines for laparoscopic (TAPP) and endoscopic (TEP) treatment of inguinal Hernia [International Endohernia Society (IEHS)]
Published in: Surgical Endoscopy | Issue 9/2011
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Introduction
Chapter 1
Perioperative management: what is the evidence for antibiotic and thromboembolic prophylaxis in laparoscopic inguinal hernia surgery?
Chapter 2
Technical key points in transabdominal preperitoneal patch plasty (TAPP)
Chapter 3
Technical key points: total extraperitoneal patch plasty (TEP) repair
Chapter 4
TEP versus TAPP: which is better for the patient?
Chapter 5
Laparoscopic surgery in complicated hernia: feasibility, risks, and benefits
Chapter 6
Mesh size and recurrence: what is the optimal size?
Chapter 7
Selection of mesh material
Chapter 8
Cutting or not cutting of mesh: does it influence the recurrence rate?
Chapter 9
Mesh fixation modalities: is there an association with acute or chronic pain?
Chapter 10
Risk factors and prevention of acute and chronic pain
Chapter 11
Urogenital complications associated with laparoscopic/endoscopic hernia repair
Chapter 12
Intraperitoneal onlay mesh (IPOM) for inguinal hernia repair—still a therapeutic option?
Chapter 13
Role for open preperitoneal mesh repair in the era of laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair
Chapter 14
Sportsman hernia—diagnosis and treatment