Demonstrates reduced complications in laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair, suggesting drainage benefits.
To the Editor,We have thoroughly engaged with the article titled "Effect of drains on complications in laparoscopic repair of unilateral inguinal hernia." 1 We sincerely appreciate the author's diligent work on this crucial topic, which merits reader recognition.We concur with the article's primary conclusion that placing a preperitoneal closedsuction drain after laparoscopic total extraperitoneal (TEP) inguinal hernia repair significantly reduces the incidence of development of both seroma and hematoma and contribute to early diagnosis and timely intervention in case of serious bleeding.There are a few additional elements that could have further enriched the article's conclusion.
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