
General SurgeryrecurrenceSurgical Volume
Impact of Surgical Unit Volume on Recurrence and Complications after Open Mesh Groin Hernia Repair: Insights from a Nationwide Swedish Cohort
By MedXY|Aug 11, 2026
A large nationwide Swedish study reveals that surgical unit volume has minimal impact on recurrence rates after elective open anterior mesh groin hernia repair, but low-volume units face higher risks during emergency repairs.

