Robotic Transabdominal Preperitoneal Repair Versus Laparoscopic Totally Extraperitoneal Repair for Inguinal Hernia

Both R-TAPP and L-TEP were performed safely, with no notable differences in perioperative outcomes. However, R-TAPP may provide improved operative efficiency, particularly in primary unilateral inguinal hernias. Although surgeon experience influenced operative performance, the consistent trend toward shorter operative times across surgeons suggests that R-TAPP may offer intrinsic procedural advantages. Further prospective studies with balanced surgeon distribution and long-term follow-up are warranted.