Comparative study between "self-fixating" and "suture fixating" polypropylene mesh in inguinal open hernioplasty

Objective: The aim of this study is to perform analysis between self-fixating mesh and sutured mesh in open inguinal hernioplasy. Method: This study has been conducted in Aswan University Hospitals on 40 patients,the patients will be classified blindly into two groups each group include 20 patients Group A for self-fixating mesh and Group B for suture fixating mesh. Result: From the results of our study and the certain points we tried to modify in the standard technique of self-fixation mesh at inguinal hernioplasty, we collecting data which suggestive that self-fixation mesh has some advantages more than suture fixation mesh. Conclusion: Self fixation mesh is a simple, rapid, effective, and safe method for inguinal hernia repair, and may reduce postoperative pain, improve patient general health, and quality of life.