How is operative tx of inguinal hernia?

Solve all conditions that may increase intraabdominal pressure to prevent recurrent hernias After repair pt need home rest 2-3 days and return to activities w/in 1 week, advised against heavy weights for 1-2 months, anesthetic general, local or spinal Open technique (first two essential steps are same in any repair of hernias for most pt w/inguinal hernias, main difference is how to repair and reinforce wall of inguinal canal) Laparoscopic surgery