Prevalencia de complicaciones posquirúrgicas de hernia inguinal unilateral en niños menores de 10 años en el Hospital General Monte Sinaí en el periodo 2023-2024.

Abstract

Introduction: Inguinal hernia is considered one of the main reasons for consultation in the pediatric population. The surgical approach is the definitive treatment with a low risk of complications and a satisfactory recovery rate. Objective: To calculate the prevalence of postsurgical complications of unilateral inguinal hernia in children under 10 years of age at Mount Sinai General Hospital in the period 2023-2024. Methodology: This is an observational, descriptive, cross-sectional and retrospective study with a sample of 132 patients. Results: The mean age was 6.56 ± 2.03 years, with a predominance of males (62.12%). Patients undergoing open surgery accounted for 73.48%, however, a higher number of complications were observed in laparoscopic surgery. Hematoma is the most frequent postoperative complication (open 9.28% vs. laparoscopic 20%). The prevalence of postoperative complications was 30.30%. Conclusion: The type of surgical procedure may influence the development of postoperative complications.