Abstract Aim Minimally invasive inguinal hernia repair is thought to be associated with fewer complications. To address this hypothesis, we compared short- and long-term complications in patients undergoing elective open (Lichtenstein), laparoscopic (TAPP) robot-assisted (rTAPP). Material & Methods Patients either, Lichtenstein, TAPP or rTAPP at our institution between January 1st 2017 Dece...