The aim of our work is to evaluate the effectiveness of the PROLENE hernia system in the open repair of inguinal hernias, regarding the recurrence rate, incidence of complications and the postoperative pain. Material & Methods: thirty patients were conveniently selected regardless the type of inguinal hernia. PROLENE hernia system was used for all the patients. Patients were followed up for at least 6 months to detect any recurrences or complications Results: no recurrences, no seromas, no hematomas, one mild infection, early activity, early return to work and mild postoperative pain. Conclusion: PROLENE hernia system is one of the effective types of meshes used in the repair of inguinal hernia. Prolene Hernia System is a new method of repair for inguinal hernias. There are only few studies in the repair of hernias using this method. We need more time and more patients for good assessment of the efficiency of the PROLENE hernia system in the repair of inguinal hernias.