Surgery
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Mesh weight is a possible contributor to quality-of-life outcomes after inguinal hernia repair. This study compares lightweight mesh versus heavyweight mesh in laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair. ⋯ Contoured lightweight mesh and heavyweight mesh in laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair yield excellent recurrence rates and no difference in postoperative complications or quality of life. Considering the lack of outcome difference with long-term follow-up, heavyweight mesh may be considered for use in laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair patients.