Electrocautery versus Scalpel Incision in Inguinal Hernioplasty

摘要

ABSTRACT Both electrocautery and scalpel can be used for making an incision. There are various controversies regarding the merits and demerits of the use of electrocautery for making an incision. Incisions made by electrocautery are found to be associated with reduced blood loss, dry and rapid separation of the tissue, less post operative pain and a possible decreased risk of accidental injury to operative personnel while a few studies report an increased risk of wound infection and decreased w.