Transabdominal Preperitoneal Repair Versus Lichtenstein’s Open Hernia Repair for Inguinal Hernias: A Retrospective Study of 120 Cases

TAPP repair offers significant advantages in terms of postoperative pain and recovery time compared to traditional open hernia repair. Although TAPP repair requires a longer operative time, its benefits, such as reduced recovery duration and lower postoperative pain, could lead to better patient outcomes and reduced strain on healthcare resources. Both techniques showed comparable complications and hernia recurrence rates, suggesting that TAPP repair is a safe and effective alternative to open hernia repair. Future studies with larger sample sizes and longer follow-up periods are recommended to further assess the long-term efficacy and cost-effectiveness of TAPP repair compared to open hernia repair.