Findings indicate that while reoperation rates for groin hernia repair are generally low, those who underwent totally extraperitoneal (TEP) repairs had a significantly higher risk of recurrence compared to transabdominal preperitoneal (TAPP) and Lichtenstein techniques in males. Specifically, TEP was associated with increased reoperation hazards (HR 1.38 vs. TAPP; HR 1.44 vs. Lichtenstein). Conversely, in females, TAPP and TEP showed lower reoperation risks than Lichtenstein, underscoring the need for optimized hernia repair strategies informed by international comparisons.
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