Inguinal Hernia

References

Citations

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  4. Neumayer L, et al. (2004). Open mesh versus laparoscopic mesh repair of inguinal hernia. New England Journal of Medicine, 350(18): 1819–1827.

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Other Works Consulted

  • Neumayer L, et al. (2004). Open mesh versus laparoscopic mesh repair of inguinal hernia. New England Journal of Medicine, 350(18): 1819–1827.


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