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Comparative Study | Surgery | Volume 15 Issue 5, May 2026 | Pages: 17 - 18 | India
A Comparative Study of Self-Fixating Versus Standard Polypropylene Mesh in Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Abstract: Background: Chronic postoperative pain remains a significant concern following inguinal hernia repair. Self-fixating meshes may reduce early pain and operative time. Aims: To compare surgical outcomes and cost-effectiveness of sutured polypropylene mesh versus self-fixating meshes. Methods: A non-randomized observational study was conducted on 34 patients with primary unilateral inguinal hernia at Navodaya Medical College, Raichur, between October 2023 and August 2024. Patients were divided into two groups: sutured mesh, self-gripping mesh. Outcomes included operative time, postoperative pain (VAS), complications, recurrence, and cost. Patients were followed for 1.5 years. Results: Operative time was significantly shorter in self-fixating groups (p
Keywords: Inguinal hernia, Mesh repair, Chronic pain, Lichtenstein repair
How to Cite?: Dr. Priyanka Jemunagani, Dr. Rajesh Kakkeri, Dr. Tadikonda Vamsi Krishna, "A Comparative Study of Self-Fixating Versus Standard Polypropylene Mesh in Open Inguinal Hernia Repair", Volume 15 Issue 5, May 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 17-18, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26430181447, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26430181447