Abstract

Inguinal hernias can be repaired under general, regional (spinal or epidural), or local anesthesia. In a Dutch randomized trial, 100 patients who underwent Lichtenstein open repair received either spinal anesthesia or local infiltration anesthesia. Postoperative pain levels were similar in the two groups, but overnight hospital admission was required more commonly in the spinal …

Talk to us

Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have

Schedule a call

Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.