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Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Both traditional and laparoscopic hernia surgery are performed on an outpatient basis and offer lifelong correction for inguinal and femoral hernias. Studies often suggest that there is no difference in long term outcome, however our experience is that patients treated under laparoscopic guidance seem to experience more rapid healing and less pain during recovery. Each patient is assessed to determine which procedure is right for them.
Hernias occur when the abdominal wall weakens
and the inner lining of the abdomen and abdominal contents push
through the weakened area, forming a sac. To correct this problem,
the abdominal wall is patched in a way that will permanently strengthen
it.
Laparoscopic hernia repair begins with a one
centimeter incision in the umbilicus that affords the placement
of a tube-like fiber optic surgical scope just below the abdominal
muscles. Operating instruments are placed through two other 5 mm
incisions. The hernia sac is first identified and pulled back down
into the abdominal cavity, exposing the defect in the abdominal
wall. This weakened muscle is then covered with a mesh patch.
The
procedure is performed under general anesthesia and takes about
one hour. Patients should anticipate returning to routine activity
in one week.
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