Inguinal Hernia Repairs Flashcards

1
Q

Sutures approximate reflection of inguinal ligament (Popart’s) to the transverse abdominis aponeurosis/conjoint tendon

A

Bassini

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Cooper’s ligament sutured to transverse abdominis aponeurosis/conjoint tendon

A

McVay

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3
Q

Tension free repair, using mesh

A

Lictenstein

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4
Q

Ligation and transection of indirect hernia sac without repair of inguinal floor (used only on children)

A

High ligation

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5
Q

TransAbdominal PrePeritoneal inguinal hernia repair

A

TAPP procedure

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6
Q

Totally ExtraPeritoneal Approach

A

TEPA procedure

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7
Q

What are the indications for laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair

A

Bilateral inguinal hernias
Recurrent hernia
Need to resume full activity as soon as possible

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