2014
DOI: 10.14260/jemds/2014/2518
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Inguinal Hernioplasty in Elderly Patients Under Local an Esthesia

Abstract: To evaluate the feasibility and safety of inguinal hernioplasty under local anesthesia in elderly patients with significant comorbidity. METHODS: A prospective study of 68 patients requiring inguinal mesh hernioplasty for inguinal hernia was carried. One group comprising 34 patients under 60 years of age underwent inguinal mesh hernioplasty while the other group comprising 34 patients over 60 years of age. The comorbid conditions and complications were compared between both groups. RESULTS: Inguinal mesh herni… Show more

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