Flemish Registry on Outcomes After Inguinal and Femoral Hernia Surgery Tracking Pain, Recurrence, and Quality of Life After Repair

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are investigating surgical outcomes after inguinal or femoral hernia repair by measuring patient-reported outcomes related to pain, quality of life, and other recovery indicators. The main focus is to understand moderate to severe chronic pain one year after surgery during daily activities, along with other factors such as surgical site occurrences, recurrence, and psychological impacts like anxiety and depression. The study involves patients undergoing surgical repair of inguinal or femoral hernias, including both primary and mesh repairs. All patients operated on or supervised by participating surgeons are included, covering elective and emergency surgeries as well as primary, recurrent, metachronous, and synchronous hernias. This prospective registry collects data on pain levels and other quality indicators before and after surgery. Participants will provide information through patient-reported outcome measures at various times, allowing researchers to assess pain, satisfaction, sexual function, and mental health aspects. The study aims to develop a predictive model for chronic pain after hernia repair. The follow-up includes monitoring chronic pain over a period of five years and other postoperative outcomes. Participation requires signed informed consent, and data collection supports understanding of long-term surgical results.

Flemish Inguinal and Femoral Hernia Prospective Registry