Inguinal Hernia Repairs: Rutkow–Robbins, Lichtenstein and Gilbert Double Layer Graft Methods
Journal Title: International Journal of Interdisciplinary and Multidisciplinary Studies (IJIMS) - Year 2016, Vol 3, Issue 4
Abstract
Hernia repair is the most common elective procedure in general surgeryIn terms of recurrence and complication rates, tension-free repairs are the most commonly preferred operative techniques. In the present study, we aimed to compare the Lichtenstein technique with Rutkow–Robbins and Gilbert double layer techniques in inguinal hernia repair. Present study was conducted on 120 patients admitted to the General Surgery Department of NIMS Medical College & Hospital. The patients were randomly allocated to three groups (using table of random numbers): Group A: Lichtenstein operation , Group B: Rutkow–Robbins and ; Group C: Gilbert double layer. The groups were compared with regard to operation length, post-operative pain, early and late complications, recurrence rates, length of hospital stay and time required to return to work. None of the three methods showed a statistically significant difference regarding age, BMI, hospitalization time and return to normal activities (p > 0.05). There was a statistically significant difference between the groups regarding operation lengths (p < 0.05). No significant difference was noted between the groups on the basis of early or late complications (p> 0.05). VAS analysis showed no statistically significant difference between any of the groups at Day 1, 7, and 30 (p = 0.14, p = 0.7, p = 0.56). Lichtenstein operation is more advantageous than others due to its lesser hospitalization time, lower complication rate and early resumption of daily activities. Therefore, Lichtenstein technique is recognized as the most advantageous method in inguinal hernia repairs.
Authors and Affiliations
Ashok Kumar Gupta, Saahil Yadav, Rituraj
Keywords
Related Articles
- EP ID EP31047
- DOI -
- Views 344
- Downloads 0
A Study on Higher Secondary Students Knowledge on Climatic Change Knowledge in Relation to Environmental Attitude
As climatic change becomes a threatening force to the mankind. Climatic change knowledge is essential for the successful for the adaptation and mitigation. In this view point, the researcher has undertaken this study. T...
The Knowledge and Attitude of Married women towards HIV/AIDS in an urban community of Belgaum City, Karnataka - A cross sectional study
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) is a fatal illness caused by retrovirus known as the Human Immune Deficiency Virus (HIV). In 2011 it was estimated that 34.2 million adults worldwide were living with HIV/AIDS,...
Creativity and academic achievement of class IX students in Hapjan educational block in Tinsukia district, Assam
The study was undertaken Creativity and Academic achievement of Class IX students in Hapjan Educational Block in Tinsukia District, Assam. The main objectives of the present study were: To find out the comparison of Cre...
An Analysis of Growth of MSMEs in India and Their contribution in Employment and GDP of the Country
The Micro, Small and medium enterprises of India is an important driving factor for the growth of Indian Economy. These MSMEs not only provide the employment opportunities but helps in the process of industrialization i...
Identification of future urban development potential in Mangalore city based on Geographic Information System technology
Cities are engines of development and poverty reduction in both urban and rural areas, as they concentrate much of the national economic activity, government, commerce and transportation, and provide crucial links with...