What question did this study set out to answer?

This research aims to compare the effectiveness and safety of TAPP and TEP techniques for inguinal hernia repair.

April 18, 2026

Transabdominal preperitoneal (TAPP) versus totally extraperitoneal (TEP) repair for inguinal hernia: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Key Points

This research aims to compare the effectiveness and safety of TAPP and TEP techniques for inguinal hernia repair.
Conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of existing studies comparing TAPP and TEP interventions.
Analyzed operative time, early pain, hospital stay, seroma formation, and scrotal edema rates.
Included studies with varying patient demographics to assess outcomes.
No significant difference in operative time or early pain levels between TAPP and TEP.
TAPP associated with a lower risk of seroma formation compared to TEP.
TEP associated with reduced scrotal edema rates, making it beneficial for specific cases.

Abstract

TAPP and TEP demonstrate similar operative time, early pain and hospital stay. TAPP reduces seroma risk, while TEP has lower scrotal oedema rates. Both are safe and effective, with choice guided by patient factors and surgeon expertise.

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Naim et al. (Thu,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69e321aa40886becb6540c35 https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1308/rcsann.2026.0003

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