| Grade B | Both techniques are acceptable treatment options for inguinal hernia repair, but there is insufficient data to allow conclusions to be mde about relative effectiveness of TAPP compared with TEP. |
| Grade D | In selected patients having a contraindication for general anesthesia, TEP in regional anesthesia can be done. |
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