Nerve injury associated with laparoscopic inguinal herniorrhaphy.
Publication/Presentation Date
11-1-1995
Abstract
BACKGROUND: As laparoscopic herniorrhaphy becomes more popular, it is important to realize the potential for injury to surrounding neural structures, with attendant severe disability.
METHODS: Herein are discussed two patients with disabling neuralgia after laparoscopic herniorrhaphy.
RESULTS: Both patients were treated with transabdominal removal of their prosthetic materials and anchoring staples, with dramatic symptomatic improvement.
CONCLUSIONS: The surgeon should be aware of the anatomic considerations accompanying laparoscopic herniorrhaphy. In regard to nerve injury, laparoscopic herniorrhaphy may pose certain disadvantages over traditional hernia repairs. It may diminish the ability to appreciate the course of nerves in the inguinal region and their relationship to the spermatic cord, and injury to nerves may be difficult to recognize and treat.
Volume
118
Issue
5
First Page
829
Last Page
833
ISSN
0039-6060
Published In/Presented At
Sampath, P., Yeo, C. J., & Campbell, J. N. (1995). Nerve injury associated with laparoscopic inguinal herniorrhaphy. Surgery, 118(5), 829–833. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0039-6060(05)80272-7
Disciplines
Business Administration, Management, and Operations | Health and Medical Administration | Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods
PubMedID
7482269
Department(s)
Administration and Leadership
Document Type
Article