Totally extraperitoneal laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair post-radical prostatectomy.

Background: Previous radical prostatectomy (RP) is considered a relative contraindication to the laparoscopic approach for inguinal hernia repair (LIHR). This study aimed to compare feasibility, safety and outcomes for patients undergoing totally extraperitoneal (TEP) LIHR who have previously undergone RP.

Methods: This single surgeon, case-control study was performed using a prospective database of all patients undergoing TEP LIHR between 1995 and 2020.