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Diagnostic laparoscopy as the definitive means of hernia detection?
If a hernia is not noted laparoscopically, it is okay and I would say it is preferred, that mesh is not placed.
Laparoscopic Dissection of the hernia area alone does not predispose it to hernia formation. It’s one of the perks of laparoscopy.
I offer robotic-assisted Inguinal hernia repair without mesh. I do it under a research protocol so that I can follow my outcomes prospectively. I am hopeful that it may be a valid non-mesh option that is also minimally invasive.