As per EHS classification, a primary, direct inguinal hernia with 4 cm width would be
Correct Answer: PM3
Description: The European Hernia Society has suggested a simplified system of classificationPrimary or recurrent (P or R);Lateral, medial or femoral (L, M or F);Defect size in fingerbreadths (each finger is assumed to be 1.5 cm.)Ex1) A primary, direct inguinal hernia with 4 cm width would be PM3Ex 2) A Recurrent, indirect, inguinal hernia with a 3-cm defect size would be RL2Ref: Bailey and love 27e pg: 1031
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