Inguinal Hernia Meshplasty Using Local Anaesthesia- Current Options in a Rural Hospital: A Review of 96 Cases

Abstract

BACKGROUNDGroin hernia is one of the most common surgical problems in male. Its treatment is always surgical if not contraindicated otherwise. For many years, inguinal hernia surgery has been carried out under general or spinal anaesthesia. But in recent years more and more emphasis is given on repair under local anaesthesia even when GA or SA is contraindicated. It is cost effective, only fear of intraoperative pain hinders its widespread use.