The British journal of surgery
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Br J Surg
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The use of mesh for groin hernia repair has dramatically changed the way this common operation is performed. The aim of this study was to survey the methods of groin hernia repair in Scotland and to assess patient satisfaction with the operation. ⋯ An open mesh repair using general anaesthesia has become the repair of choice for a groin hernia in Scotland. Despite a high incidence of wound complications, patients are satisfied with this operation.