Practical points in the postoperative management of a laparoscopic inguinal herniorrhaphy patient.
Presented in this article is an overview of the etiology, anatomy, and pathophysiology of a hernia. Highlights of preoperative signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and surgical management of a laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair patient are discussed. Postoperative nursing interventions and complications are emphasized.
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D006552:Hernia, Inguinal / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000451:nursing / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D016528:Postanesthesia Nursing / Q000379:methods*; D011182:Postoperative Care / Q000379:methods*