Overview

This study was designed to compare the outcome of 3 point with 1 point lightweight mesh fixation in TAPP surgery for patients with inguinal hernia. The main outcome include seroma, chronic pain, recurrence, et al.

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

• Unilateral inguinal hernia according to preoperative physical examination and imaging examination.

The inclusion criteria were as follows: primary indirect inguinal hernia.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Age below 18 years or older than 80. recurrent hernia, incarcerated hernia, direct 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.