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Is open or laparoscopic the best surgical option for a child having inguinal hernia?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
I would vote for : Open, but it is a matter of surgeon experience and training. So i would go with your surgeon's recommendation.
Answered 6/22/2013
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Open herniorrhaphy: Very simple operation for a pediatric surgeon or pediatric urologist. Tiny skin crease groin incision. Quick & easy. Does not require endotracheal intubation like laparoscopic surgery. Length of incision = to combined length of laparoscopic port incisions.
Answered 6/28/2013
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