What is the definition or description of: inguinal hernia repair?

Inguinal Hernia: Inguinal hernia repair is when an inguinal hernia is surgically repaired. This involves closing the hernia defect with sutures alone (less than 10% of all repairs), or with a mesh. There are a variety of open and laparoscopic mesh repairs utilized, and the surgeon should generally use the technique that best fits the individual patient, and that they are most proficient with.

Plugging a hole: A hernia is a defect or hole in the abdominal wall. To repair the defect, most surgeons insert some type of synthetic mesh, in plug or patch form-to block the opening.

Inguinal hernia: The repair if a defect in the inguinal canal this is usually performed with mesh. It can be done open or laparoscopic.