COMPARATIVE STUDY: LICHTENSTEINS TENSION-FREE MESH REPAIR VS. STOPPAS REPAIR FOR BILATERAL INGUINAL HERNIAS

Our study investigates the viability of Giant prosthetic reinforcement of the visceral sac (GPRVS) Stoppas repair as an alternative to Lichtenstein Tension-Free Mesh Repair for Bilateral Inguinal Hernias. With a focus on patient satisfaction and outcomes, the research aims to compare the two techniques based on postoperative complications, chronic groin pain, and postoperative pain assessed by the Visual Analogue Scale(VAS). In a sample of 70 cases, randomized into two groups, the study employs a single-incision bilateral approach. Results indicate that Stoppas repair offers comparable effectiveness to Lichtenstein, demonstrating a reduction in postoperative complications, chronic groin pain, and postoperative pain. The study concludes that GPRVS Stoppas repair is a promising alternative, emphasizing enhanced patient satisfaction and similar procedural success concerning Early Recurrence and Duration of Hospital Stay.