ABSTRACT
Objective To study medial umbilical ligament in the prevention of recurrence of indirect inguinal hernia with large sac by laparoscopic treatment in children.Methods The clinical data of 178 cases of indirect inguihal hernia with large sacs in children were retrospectively analyzed.After high suture ligation of the internal ring with pediatric laparoscopy,all of the internal tings were covered with the same side of medial umbilical ligament to further strengthen.Results All cases were discharged from hospital 1～2 days after surgery.No recurrence and no any other complications could be found after following up 3～18 months.Conclusion Pediatric laparoscopic application of medial umbilical ligament to further cover the internal ring could significantly reduce the rate of recurrence for indirect inguinal hernia with large sac.This method of operation waft safe and feasible.It Was worth promoting.