Totally extraperitoneal inguinal hernia repair during extraperitoneal laparoscopic radical prostatectomy: Report of a case

Abstract

HighlightsTEP combined with ELRP appears to be a rational procedure and easy to perform.The incidence of complications related to either TEP or ELRP might not be increased.TEP combined with ELRP might be safely performed for recurrent inguinal hernia after non-mesh hernioplasty.

Elevated PSA level as a warning of mesh rejection risk after combined laparoscopic totally extraperitoneal hernia repair and transurethral resection of prostate: Case report

“…In recent years, the incidence of patients with prostate cancer has increased, and inguinal hernias are also common in prostate cancer patients. In addition, currently inguinal hernia is considered as one of the long-term complications of radical prostatectomy [2]. TEP has recurrence and morbidity rates that are equivalent to open and laparoscopic surgical techniques.…”