Comparison of Low Cost Net-mesh with Prolene Mesh in Management of Inguinal Hernia

Abstract

Hernia repair is one of the most commonly performed operations worldwide. The use of alloplastic mesh is now common place in hernia repair. However in developing countries cheaper alternatives to commercial mesh are available to the high associated cost. The cost of the mesh used normally for inguinal hernioplasty ranges from 1000–1500 rupees. The mesh used in the study costs Rs 40 only. We aimed to investigate the use of mosquito net mesh in cases of inguinal hernioplasty in terms of cost effectiveness, handling, recurrence and complications.