Comparison of the Lichtenstein Hernioplasty and Bendavid Hernioplasty

Recurrence of inguinal hernia remains a challenge for surgeons. The Lichtenstein technique has raised questions in the treatment of these hernias, due to the anatomical deformity and scar fibrosis of the inguinal canal that prevent adequate repair by the anterior approach, in contrast others begin to use the preperitoneal space, giving rise to the emergence of numerous surgical techniques 14,16 such as Bendavid. In Cuba this approach and this technique has been little used.