A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF LAPAROSCOPIC HERNIA REPAIR AND OPEN LICHTENSTEIN'S HERNIA REPAIR

Abstract

This prospective comparative study explores the efcacy of laparoscopic hernia repair (Total Extraperitoneal Repair – TEP) versus open Lichtenstein's repair in 50 cases of unilateral inguinal hernias. Employing convenience sampling, patients were randomly assigned to undergo either technique after pre-operative preparation. Postoperative care meticulously monitored pain, bleeding, urinary retention, and wound complications. Utilizing statistical analyses, including descriptive statistics and chi-square tests, the study scrutinized outcomes based on specic parameters. Results indicated a marked reduction in postoperative pain, shorter hospital stays, and earlier return to work with TEP repair. However, TEP repair proved to be more expensive. The study's limitations include the subjective nature of pain assessment and the challenge of long-term follow-up. These ndings contribute insights into the comparative advantages and limitations of laparoscopic and open hernia repair techniques, aiding clinicians in informed decision-making.