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Laparoscopic Hernia Repair — risks and complications

5 documented risks. Severity reflects clinical significance, not probability.

Recurrence

moderate2.00% (1.00–5.00%)

Prevention: Mesh reinforcement; tension-free repair; experienced surgeon; smoking cessation pre-op.

Sources: cochrane-laparoscopic-vs-open-hernia

Chronic post-operative pain

moderate5.00% (2.00–10.00%)

Prevention: Laparoscopic approach (lower than open); lightweight mesh; appropriate mesh fixation.

Sources: nice-ta160-laparoscopic-hernia, cochrane-laparoscopic-vs-open-hernia

Bowel or bladder injury

severe0.50%

Prevention: Careful trocar placement; experienced laparoscopic team.

Sources: cochrane-laparoscopic-vs-open-hernia

Mesh infection

severe0.20%

Prevention: Antibiotic prophylaxis; sterile technique.

Sources: who-surgical-safety-checklist

Trocar-site hernia

minor1.00%

Prevention: Fascial closure of larger ports.

Sources: cochrane-laparoscopic-vs-open-hernia