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. 2025 May 30:4:14076.
doi: 10.3389/jaws.2025.14076. eCollection 2025.

Choice of Surgical Technique in Groin Hernia Surgery Among Residents in Senegal: Experience and Influencing Factors

Abdourahmane Ndong  1 , Adja Coumba Diallo  1 , Adebayo Falola  2 , Mamadou Arame Ndiaye  1 , Magatte Faye  3 , Pape Mamadou Faye  4 , Abdou Niasse  5 , Sidy Mouhamed Abdoulaye Fall  6 , Mamadou Cissé  4 , Papa Saloum Diop  4 , Ibrahima Konaté  1
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Choice of Surgical Technique in Groin Hernia Surgery Among Residents in Senegal: Experience and Influencing Factors

Abdourahmane Ndong et al. J Abdom Wall Surg. .

Abstract

Introduction: Groin hernia repair is a common surgical procedure globally, with several techniques developed to minimize complications, pain, and recurrence. In Senegal, despite advancements, the adoption of minimally invasive techniques remains limited. This study evaluates the factors influencing surgical technique choice among surgical residents in Senegal.

Methods: We conducted a national cross-sectional survey from July 1 to July 15, 2024. The survey targeted surgical residents in Senegal specializing in general surgery and urology, utilizing contact information from resident associations. A structured questionnaire covered demographic data, knowledge and experience with hernia repair techniques, and factors influencing technique choice. Statistical analysis was performed using R software, with descriptive statistics summarizing the data.

Results: A total of 74 residents participated, with an average age of 31.3 ± 3.5 years. The Bassini repair was the most commonly known (100%), witnessed (97.3%), and performed technique (94.2%) among residents, followed by the Lichtenstein technique. Minimally invasive techniques, such as TAPP and TEP, were less familiar and rarely performed. Factors influencing technique choice included training (90.5%), ease of performance (63.5%), time required (58.1%), and cost (51.4%).

Conclusion: This study highlights a preference for open hernia repair techniques among residents in Senegal, particularly the Bassini and Lichtenstein techniques, due to cost-effectiveness and accessibility. Limited training and resources constrain the adoption of minimally invasive techniques, underscoring the need for enhanced access to resources and training to align with global standards.

Keywords: Africa; Bassini; hernia; laparoscopy; surgery.

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Conflict of interest statement

The authors declare that the research was conducted in the absence of any commercial or financial relationships that could be construed as a potential conflict of interest.

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Knowledge, experience, and performance of groin hernia repair techniques among surgical residents (n = 74).
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Number of groin hernia repairs performed as primary operator (n = 74).
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Preferred surgical techniques for young men with uncomplicated inguinal hernia (n = 74).
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Factors influencing the choice of surgical technique for groin hernia repair (n = 74).
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