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Comparison of laparoscopic percutaneous extraperitoneal closure (LPEC) and open herniotomy (OH) in pediatric inguinal hernia: a retrospective cohort study on operative time and complications
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In brief
Retrospective study comparing laparoscopic percutaneous extraperitoneal closure (LPEC) versus traditional open herniotomy for pediatric inguinal hernia repair. Analysis focuses on operative time differences and complication rates between the two surgical approaches to inform technique selection in pediatric populations.
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