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Femoral Hernia Repair (Open) (McVay)

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Femoral Hernia Repair (Open) (McVay)
FEMORAL HERNIA REPAIR (OPEN) (McVay)

Indication: Femoral hernia. McVay (Cooper's ligament) repair used when mesh is contraindicated (contaminated field, strangulation with ischaemia). Closes both femoral and inguinal spaces. Requires a relaxing incision to reduce tension.

Patient Position: Supine.

Anaesthesia: General or regional.

Prophylactic Antibiotics: Per local protocol.

Incision: Groin incision over inguinal canal.

Procedure:

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