An Overview on Transabdominal Preperitoneal Procedure (TAPP)

Abstract

Laparoscopic transabdominal preperitoneal (TAPP) repair has become a widely accepted technique for inguinal hernia repair. It offers several advantages over conventional open repair, including less postoperative pain, reduced surgical trauma, shorter hospital stay, and earlier return to daily activity. However, controversies still exist regarding the necessity of mesh fixation, as chronic groin pain (CGP) remains one of the most concerning postoperative complications. Avoiding fixation may decrease postoperative pain and cost without increasing recurrence risk.