The Lichtenstein technique is being used adequately in inguinal hernia repair: national analysis and review of the surgical technique.

Introduction: it is estimated that approximately 20 million people undergo inguinal hernia surgery annually in the world, with the Lichtenstein technique being the most performed surgical procedure. The objective of this study is to analyze the knowledge of the technical principles used in the Lichtenstein technique.

Method: Survey-type intersectional study approved by the research ethics committee of São Camilo University Center (CAAE: 70036523.