Long-term absorbable versus non-absorbable suture in laparoscopic percutaneous extraperitoneal closure of internal ring for inguinal hernia in children

This comparative study of 758 pediatric patients evaluates suture choice in laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair. Long-term absorbable sutures eliminated knot reactions but showed higher recurrence (6.4% vs 1.0%), while monofilament non-absorbable sutures achieved optimal outcomes with minimal complications.