Table 1 Questionnaires used during telephone interview.

From: Minimizing complications following transinguinal preperitoneal modified Kugel mesh herniorrhaphy: a double blind prospective randomized clinical trial

Question 1

Since the last visit/interview, have you experienced a bulging appearance in the groin region during your daily activities? (If no, skip to question 4.)

Question 2

Does your job require heavy lifting? What other physical activity do you participate in on a daily basis?

Question 3

Do you notice a bulging mass or groin pain when you stand up, lift heavy objects, strain, or cough?

Question 4

Have you sought another doctor’s advice or received surgical treatment for the bulging mass or groin pain?

Question 5

Have you experienced any pain in the groin, scrotum, or abdomen area? (Assess pain with VAS score)

Question 6

Is there anything that will make the pain worse or better?

Question 7

If the pain is persistent, have you needed to seek medical advice for the pain? Was pain medication prescribed?

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