Imaging modalities for inguinal hernia diagnosis: a systematic review

ConclusionsWe found that US had the highest sensitivity and specificity. However, it must be taken into consideration that performance is highly dependent on the operator ’s level of expertise. Based on this systematic review, ultrasound may be the preferred imaging modality when physical examination is inconclusive, given that local expertise in performing US examination for hernia disease is adequate.
Source: Hernia - Category: Sports Medicine Source Type: research