Self-gripping versus sutured mesh for inguinal hernia repair: a systematic review and meta-analysis of current literature

Inguinal hernia repair with Parietex ProGrip mesh causes minimal discomfort and allows early return to normal activities

“…This confirms previous findings of a significant difference in mean operative duration between self-gripping and sutured meshes [31]. this series.…”

Randomized Multicenter Trial Comparing Glue Fixation, Self-gripping Mesh, and Suture Fixation of Mesh in Lichtenstein Hernia Repair (FinnMesh Study)

“…8,11,13,17 However, its use does not seem to be accompanied by reduced rates in chronic postoperative pain reaction. 8,11,16 In the recent well-conducted randomized study, self-gripping mesh was well tolerated and reduced a little bit early postoperative pain within the first week, without increasing the risk of early recurrence. It did not reduce, however, chronic pain, and there were no significant differences in the rate of recurrence or surgical site infections between self-gripping and suture fixation methods.…”

“…1,14 Since then, mesh fixation methods have been complemented by absorbable sutures, 15 various tissue glues, 6,7 and novel self-fixating meshes. 8 Although several meta-analyses and reviews of mesh fixation in Lichtenstein operation have been recently published, [16][17][18] we need more level A evidence of the best technique of fixation. The aim of the present randomized trial was to compare the early postoperative outcomes (pain scores, operative time, wound complications) and 1-year results of Lichtenstein hernioplasty using 3 different meshes and 3 fixation techniques in day-case surgery setting.…”

An institutional comparative study of self-gripping progrip mesh with prolene mesh in repair of inguinal hernia: a single center study

“…A study examined the impact of ProGrip mesh on fertility in rat models and found that self-gripping mesh posed no harm to the ductus deferens. 8 Given the larger dimensions of the human ductus deferens, there is little or no risk for a detrimental effect on fertility by application of a proGrip mesh on exposed tissue. The operative duration is significantly shorter in this study and similar conclusion drawn by Zhang et al and Fang et al 9,10 Significant reduction of early postoperative pain which helped the patient for early return to day to day activities in this study is also comparable to the earlier studies.…”