Review with video of a laparoscopic transabdominal preperitoneal (TAPP) repair for giant inguinoscrotal hernia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Giant inguinoscrotal (GIS) hernias are rarely encountered in clinical settings and are often associated with mental neglect for many years. This type of hernia is defined as "giant" if it descends below the mid-point of the inner thigh of a patient in an upright position. The laparoscopic repair approach of a GIS hernia is technically challenging. It has been claimed that laparoscopic surgery has several advantages over the open surgical approach, with less pain and an earlier recovery. The aim of this video is to evaluate the efficacy of TAPP (laparoscopic transabdominal preperitoneal) in order to treat a GIS hernia.

Case presentation

A 65-year-old male without a relevant past medical history was admitted to the emergency service with abdominal pain, belching and

SUBMITTER: Caruso R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7607209 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature