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2020 Mar


Surgery


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Lightweight mesh is recommended in open inguinal (Lichtenstein) hernia repair: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Authors

Bakker WJ, Aufenacker TJ, Boschman JS, Burgmans JPJ
Surgery. 2020 Mar; 167(3):581-589.
PMID: 31672519.

Abstract

The use of lightweight mesh for inguinal hernia repair has been suggested to be preferable compared with heavyweight mesh. Nevertheless, surgeons do not use lightweight mesh routinely, possibly owing to the higher price and lack of confidence in evaluation of previous evidence. The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis is to update the available randomized controlled trials and provide a recommendation on the use of lightweight mesh or heavyweight mesh in open inguinal hernia repair.