Overview
This study was designed to compare the outcome of 3 point with 1 point lightweight mesh fixation in TAPP surgery for patients with type Ⅲ gilbert inguinal hernia. The main outcome include seroma, chronic pain, recurrence, et al.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
Unilateral indirect inguinal hernia according to preoperative physical examination and imaging examination. The inclusion criteria were as follows: primary indirect inguinal hernia classified as Gilbert III (defect size diameter ≥3cm, including scrotal hernias) Exclusion Criteria: Age below 18 years or older than 80. Direct hernia, femoral hernia, recurrent hernia, incarcerated hernia, strangulated hernia, and other types of hernias. Patients not suitable for general anesthesia. Patients requiring open surgery; patients requiring emergency surgery Loss to follow-up or communication difficulties, or poor compliance.