Conclusion  Accurate incidence figures of an occult contralateral inguinal hernia will enhance the pre-operative information given to patients and may impact on resource allocation and planning theatre logistics. Finding and repairing an occult contralateral hernia at the time of TAPP has the distinct advantage that it saves the patient from further symptoms and from another operation with its associated potential morbidity. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticleDOI 10.1007/s10029-010-0651-6Authors K. J. Griffin, Hinchingbrooke Hospital Department of General Surgery Hinchingbrooke Park, Huntingdon Cambridge PE29 6NT UKS. Harris, Hinchingbrooke Hospital Department of General Surgery Hinchingbrooke Park, Huntingdon Cambridge PE29 6NT UKT. Y. Tang, Hinch...