Efficacy of a modified needle grasper for single-port laparoscopic hernia repair in children: a propensity score-matched analysis

This propensity-matched study of 930 pediatric patients demonstrates that single-port laparoscopic hernia repair using a modified needle grasper reduces operative time by 27-17% compared to conventional two-port technique, while maintaining equivalent safety and recurrence rates. The innovation offers streamlined workflow without compromising outcomes.