Hernias 2

Question 1

Non-mesh open technique; the inguinal floor is stengthened by suturing conjoint tendon to inguinal ligament;

Answer 1

Bassini repair

Question 2

What is a Bassini repair?

Answer 2

no mesh; open approach

suturing conjoint tendon to inguinal ligament

Question 3

This is an open, non-mesh repair that can be used for both inguinal and femoral hernias;

Answer 3

McVay

Question 4

What is McVay repair used for?

Answer 4

open, non-mesh repair

used for inguinal or femoral hernias