Laparoscopic closure of patent canal of Nuck for female indirect inguinal hernia

Study Objective. To determine the efficacy of concomitant laparoscopic closure of the patent canal of Nuck in treatment of indirect inguinal hernias in women. Design. Prospective clinical trial (Canadian Task Force classification II-2). Setting. University-associated tertiary care referral center. Patients. Six women scheduled for laparoscopy for gynecologic indications. Intervention. Concomitant simple closure of the patent canal of Nuck from the peritoneal cavity during laparoscopic surgery. Measurements and Main Results. Inguinal hernias were repaired in all six patients, with no recurrence. Conclusion. Laparoscopic closure of the patent canal of Nuck is an easy, safe, and effective treatment of indirect inguinal hernias in women.