Hernia : the journal of hernias and abdominal wall surgery
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The aim of this study was to assess long-term chronic pain, numbness and functional impairment after open and laparoscopic groin hernia repair in a teaching hospital. ⋯ Chronic pain and functional impairment are very common long-term complications after groin herniorrhapy in Dutch teaching hospitals.
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The use of prostheses in inguinal hernia repair reduces the incidence of recurrence. Quality of life and pain after hernia repair are largely correlated with the technique and type of prosthesis. ⋯ The utilization of beta-D: -glucan-coated mesh did not involve more recurrence and was accompanied by a significant decrease in chronic pain at 2 years, independent of the technique. After 2 years, the results of hernia repair show that the choice of prosthesis was more determinant than choice of technique.