Inguinal Incision

Urologic Indications

In urology, an inguinal incision is done to treat testicular cancer, inguinal hernia, surgery for cryptorchidism, and varicoceles.

Patient positioning: supine position
General, spinal or local anesthesia
Perioperative antibiotic prophylaxis, if risk factors for wound infection are present

Skin incision 1 cm above and parallel to the inguinal ligament, from the inner to the outer inguinal ring [fig. inguinal incision].
Cut through the subcutaneous fat tissue and Camper's fascia to expose the aponeurosis of the external oblique muscle of the abdomen.
Incision of the aponeurosis of the external oblique muscle, from the external inguinal ring to the level of the internal inguinal ring.
Identification of the ileoinguinal nerve to facilitate preservation.
Blunt mobilization of the spermatic cord

Inguinal incision: skin incision 1 cm above and parallel to the inguinal ligament, from the inner to the outer inguinal ring.

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