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complications in the IPOM group (25% of patients). The CONCLUSION
difference was not statistically significant. Neuralgias Laparoscopic inguinal herniorrhaphy is an effective
were noted in three cases of TAPP and 11 cases of IPOM method to correct an inguinal hernia but is not without
(p < 0.05), local hematoma in six cases of TAPP and three complications nor risk for recurrences. The TAPP, IPOM
cases of IPOM (NS), and urinary retention in one case and TEP procedures appear to be equally effective. Trai-
of TAPP and in no case of IPOM (NS). There were no ning, experience and proper operative technique will
recurrences among those who underwent TAPP and prevent some of these complications.
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