Surgical approach for inguinal hernia in children: results evaluation and post-operative complications

Inguinal hernia in children is a common condition, with an elevated number of cases reported in Brazil, being especially prevalent in premature babies. Therefore, it is essential to pay closer attention to this issue, as, in addition to affecting premature neonates, who are naturally more vulnerable, the surgical procedures performed to correct the condition can also lead to various complications for the patients. Thus, a review of the available data can highlight the advantages and risks related to the condition, guiding the conduct of the healthcare professionals dealing with cases of inguinal hernia in children. A literature review was conducted to gather information about the condition and the surgical procedures used, through the search of descriptors such as "inguinal," "surgery," "pediatrics," and "complications" in databases. After the search, the main findings from the selected articles were synthesized in a table to facilitate understanding. Given the information above, it is clear that there is a need to evaluate the risk factors present in each case, as well as the importance of evidence-based medicine practice to prevent postoperative complications in inguinal hernia repair surgeries.