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This study compares percutaneous internal ring suturing (PIRS) with laparoscopic disconnection of the hernial sac and internal ring narrowing regarding feasibility, safety, operative time, cosmetic outcome, and recurrence rate.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A prospective randomized study was conducted on 109 male patients with 120 CIHs. Patients were allocated into two groups: Group A (laparoscopic disconnection and internal ring narrowing) and Group B (PIRS). Perioperative parameters, postoperative complications, recurrence rates, and parental satisfaction with cosmetic results were assessed.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>\n                      The mean operative time was significantly shorter in group B (8.5\u2009\u00b1\u20093.9\u00a0min for unilateral cases) compared to group A (40.8\u2009\u00b1\u20099.9\u00a0min) (\n                      <jats:italic>p<\/jats:italic>\n                      \u2009&lt;\u20090.001). Postoperative spermatic cord edema occurred in 19.6% of Group A and 1.9% of Group B (\n                      <jats:italic>p<\/jats:italic>\n                      \u2009&lt;\u20090.05). Recurrence rates were 5.4% in Group A and 1.9% in Group B (\n                      <jats:italic>p<\/jats:italic>\n                      \u2009&gt;\u20090.05). 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