Desarda Tissue Technique vs Lichtenstein Technique for Primary Inguinal Hernia Repair

This study aims to evaluate whether a surgical technique (Desarda) is superior to the commonly used surgical technique (Lichtenstein) in inguinal hernia repair concerning the occurrence of postoperative complications. The Lichtenstein technique involves the use of a mesh, while the Desarda technique does not.

NCT Number	NCT06650878
Lead Sponsor	Consorci Sanitari de l'Alt Penedès i Garraf
Conditions	Inguinal Hernia Unilateral, Complications of Surgical Procedures or Medical Care
Enrollment	478 participants
Start Date	2025-03-26
Primary Completion	2027-12-01 (estimated)
Study Completion	2030-12-01 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2025-06-24