Assessment and Management of Inguinal Hernias in Children

Faraz A. Khan; Tim Jancelewicz; Kathleen Kieran; Saleem Islam

doi:10.1542/peds.2023-062510

Assessment and Management of Inguinal Hernias in Children

Faraz A. Khan, Tim Jancelewicz, Kathleen Kieran, Saleem Islam

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Inguinal hernia repair is one of the most commonly performed surgical procedures in children. However, a number of controversial issues, such as optimal timing and approach to repair, continue to be debated. This publication reviews the available data pertaining to these controversial issues and identifies best practices in management of inguinal hernias in children.

Original language	English
Article number	e2023062510
Journal	Pediatrics
Volume	152
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.2023-062510
Publication status	Published - 1 Jul 2023
Externally published	Yes

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