Scientific Articles
Inguinal hernia repair under regional anaesthesia versus local anaesthesia: a comparative study
Authors:
Keshav Y. V. Prasad,
Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, IN
About Keshav
Department of General Surgery
Abhishek Ganguly,
Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, IN
About Abhishek
Department of General Surgery
Bhargav A. N. Vyas ,
Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, IN
About Bhargav
Department of General Surgery
Shivaprasad B. K. Rai,
Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, IN
About Shivaprasad
Department of General Surgery
Srirama M. Bhat
Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, IN
About Srirama
Department of General Surgery
Abstract
Introduction
This study aims to compare Lichenstein's repair performed under regional anaesthesia and local anaesthesia.
Methods
This prospective study included two groups of 31 patients each with an uncomplicated inguinal hernia from surgical units of KMC affiliated hospitals. All patients underwent Lichenstein's tension-free repair either under spinal anaesthesia (group 1) or under local anaesthesia (group 2). Results from both groups were compiled and analysed.
Results
Mean age was 50.45 (SD 16.49) in group 1 and 50.61 (SD 12.04) in group 2. Median time taken for surgery was less under local anaesthesia (1.17 versus 1.5 hours). Postoperative pain was less in the local anaesthesia group at 24, 48 hours after surgery, and after 2 weeks of discharge. Group 1 had higher cases of urinary retention.
Conclusion
Lichenstein's repair under local anaesthesia was better concerning post-operative pain, complications and hospital stay.
How to Cite:
Prasad KYV, Ganguly A, Vyas BAN, Rai SBK, Bhat SM. Inguinal hernia repair under regional anaesthesia versus local anaesthesia: a comparative study. Sri Lanka Journal of Surgery. 2021;39(3):14–7. DOI: http://doi.org/10.4038/sljs.v39i3.8860
Published on
30 Nov 2021.
Peer Reviewed
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