| Level 1A | Long-term QOL does not differ between laparoscopic and open incisional/ventral hernia repairs |
| Level 1 3 | A Laparoscopic repair improves overall health-related Quality of Life (HRQoL) |
| Level 1B | Short-term QOL is better after laparoscopic repair compared to open repair |
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