| Grade B | The use of mesh to repair these hernias by both approaches is recommended. However, the laparoscopic repair is preferred because of lower postoperative morbidity and reduced length of hospital stay. This represents an “upgraded” recommendation because of the clear superiority of the use of mesh for these hernias |
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