Clinical Trial

Tacker Fixation and Pain After TEP Repair

Study acronym: HERNOFIX
Completed
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Summary
The role of mesh fixation in laparoscopic totally extraperitoneal (TEP) inguinal hernia repair remains controversial. While fixation may increase postoperative pain, concerns about recurrence in larger defects prevent its complete abandonment. This study aimed to compare absorbable tacker fixation with non-fixation in terms of postoperative pain, quality of life, and recurrence.
Protocol Amendment History 1 amendment
This ClinicalTrials.gov record has been amended once since 2026-05-19.
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT07605377
Lead Sponsor Antalya Health Sciences University
Conditions Inguinal Hernia Unilateral, Postoperative Pain, Mesh
Enrollment 60 participants
Start Date 2022-01-01
Primary Completion 2024-12-01 (estimated)
Study Completion 2025-01-01 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-06-01