Other Methods of Laparoendoscopic Hernia Repair: Mini—hernia—Inguinal Hernia Repair Through a 2-cm Incision

Abstract

Mini-hernia repair is an endoscopic modification of the Lichtenstein tension-free repair. Clinical trials are warranted to determine the efficacy of this procedure and any advantages it may have over the original operation. Copyright © 1998 by W. B. Saunders Company

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Mini-hernia repair tension free.

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