Complications and Risk Management
While hernia repair is common, it carries specific risks that must be managed by the surgical team.
Primary Risks
Seroma/Hematoma: A collection of fluid or blood in the space where the hernia used to be. Most resolve on their own.
Chronic Post-Op Inguinal Pain (CPIP): Chronic pain affecting up to 10% of patients, often due to nerve entrapment or inflammation around the mesh or tacks.
Mesh Infection: A serious complication that usually requires the complete removal of the prosthetic mesh.
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