Hernia recurrence following inguinal hernia repair in children
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In brief
In brief
Large-scale TRICARE database study of pediatric inguinal hernia repair found 3.46 recurrences per 1000 person-years, with most occurring within one year post-operatively. Infants ≤1 year and children with multiple comorbidities face significantly elevated recurrence risk, informing surgical counseling and follow-up protocols.
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Purpose
We aimed to describe the incidence, timing, and predictors of recurrence following inguinal hernia repair (IHR) in children.
Methods
We used the TRICARE claims database, a national cohort of >3 million child dependents of members of the U.S. Armed Forces. We abstracted data on children 5y). Children with multiple comorbidities had 5.45 times greater odds compared to those with no comorbidities.
Conclusions
The incidence of recurrence following IHR is 3.46 per 1000 person-years. The majority occurred within a year of repair. Children ≤1y and those with multiple comorbidities were at increased risk.
Level of Evidence
Prognosis Study, Level II.