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It was reported that the mesh was implanted during a left inguinal hernia repair using the lichtenstein technique.The procedure involved a horizontalized left inguinal incision under locoregional anesthesia, opening of the fascia of the great oblique, dissection of the cord, resection of an external oblique hernia sac with peritoneal closure, placement and fixation of the prosthetic plate, and closure of the fascia and skin.Following the procedure, the patient experienced permanent stretching sensations on the left operated side, sensations of swelling that were flat to the touch, burning sensation in the urethra when ejaculating, rapid and intense pain when ejaculating, a feeling of having to urinate with slight pain in the prosthesis area despite an empty bladder, and constipation relieved by massaging at the level of the scar with an associated feeling of swelling.The patient also reported an inability to wear a tight pants belt without pain and apparent swelling at the lower abdomen on the left side.There was a temporary penis deformity after the operation, which resolved spontaneously, and intermittent pain on the operation side during the day for no apparent reason.It was noted that surgical intervention was done.
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