Fig. 6
From: Standardization and learning curve in laparoscopic hernia repair: experience of a high-volume center
(a): Commencement of the hernia sac reduction procedure into the abdominal cavity. Due diligence must be exercised to carefully monitor the vas deferens course during this critical stage. (b): The hernia sac is almost completely reduced into the abdomen and the elements of the spermatic cord are completely isolated and detached from the hernia sac. It is possible to observe the cleavage plane (green line) between the sac and the elements that will lead to complete reduction