Post-operative seroma formation following laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair: a cross-sectional study

Seroma formation was observed in 17.6% of patients undergoing laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair. It was significantly associated with higher BMI, larger hernial orifice and sac size, and the use of the TEP approach. Although seromas did not significantly affect long-term outcomes such as chronic pain, recurrence, or hospital stay, their presence highlights the need for meticulous surgical technique and close postoperative monitoring. Further multicenter studies are recommended to confirm these findings and develop strategies to reduce seroma incidence. In our cohort, seromas were clinically detected, self-limiting, and did not require additional intervention beyond reassurance and follow-up.