Assessment and management of inguinal hernia in infants

Pediatrics. 2012 Oct;130(4):768-73. doi: 10.1542/peds.2012-2008. Epub 2012 Sep 24.

Abstract

Inguinal hernia repair in infants is a routine surgical procedure. However, numerous issues, including timing of the repair, the need to explore the contralateral groin, use of laparoscopy, and anesthetic approach, remain unsettled. Given the lack of compelling data, consideration should be given to large, prospective, randomized controlled trials to determine best practices for the management of inguinal hernias in infants.

Publication types

  • Practice Guideline

MeSH terms

  • Age Factors
  • Hernia, Inguinal* / diagnosis
  • Hernia, Inguinal* / embryology
  • Hernia, Inguinal* / surgery
  • Herniorrhaphy / methods
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Laparoscopy
  • Time Factors