Disparities in Inguinal Hernia Presentation and Outcomes Among Transgender and Non-Binary Patients

Transgender and non-binary (TGNB) individuals face documented disparities in healthcare access, provider bias, and surgical outcomes across multiple specialties. In general surgery, and specifically hernia repair, data on the clinical characteristics, surgical approach, and outcomes in TGNB populations remain scarce. This study seeks to address a significant gap in surgical literature by characterizing the care of TGNB individuals undergoing hernia repair.