Hernia Surgery

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There are three types of processes using which hernias are repaired, namely - tension repair, open tension-free repair, and laparoscopic tension-free repair.

Tension repair: For many years surgeons have been dependent only on this method of surgery. In this type of repair, a slit is made on the abdomen where a hernia lies. The surgeon corrects the position of any tissue which tends to bulge out and then stitches the area. This method of repair is currently discarded by the doctors keeping in mind the comfort of the patients.

Flat mesh repair: The flat mesh repair is usually performed by a cut on the portion over a hernia. A flat mesh is used which is generally carved out of plastic and the portion is stitched back again.

• A very small discomfort is felt during the procedure.
• Patients generally recover rapidly.
• The entire procedure is completed just by using general anesthesia.

Three-dimensional mesh repair: A three-dimensional mesh device is used called as PROLENE. The three patches of this device make the process even more effective.

• The procedure takes just twenty minutes to forty minutes.
• Local anesthesia is used.
• No discomfort to the patient.
• The patient gets well very soon and returns back to everyday activities.

The most easily seen symptom of a hernia is a swelling on the affected portion. The others include

• The lower abdomen pains while trying to bend down in order to lift something.
• Coughing and sneezing.
• Numbness in Abdomen.
• A burning sensation on the sides of the swelling. An exorbitant pain in the chest. Acidity Problem while swallowing food.

Like all other operations, this surgery is quite safe. But with surgeries, there is always a risk. Risks related with the hernia surgery are listed below, have a look.

• The wounded area is easily infected.
• Clotting of blood as the patient was under anesthesia, therefore, disabling him or her to move for a long duration of time.
• Pain becomes unbearable after the surgery has been performed.
• Laparoscopic pain is much less as compared to when stitches are done.
• Certain nerves may also get bruised.
• Stitches on the wound can also get tangled. In that case, you might feel pain. Tell your doctor immediately. A hernia is such an illness which can come back even after it has been operated upon. The best way to stop it from affecting you is to use a mesh. Various studies have shown that using a mesh can reduce the risk of it coming back.

A hernia is a bulge caused by a pushed out tissue through the muscle wall holding inside, it can be an abdominal hernia. A hernia mostly happens in belly and groin regions in your body. Some of the common causes are carrying heavy weights, weak muscles, and genetic disorder. There are different types of hernia , some of the names include.

• Inguinal Hernia: It happens when a small part of bowel bulges out of the inguinal canal-a passage or opening through belly wall into the groin.
• Femoral Hernia: It appears as a painful lump within the upper portion of thigh, it may disappear when you lie down. Straining and Coughing can make the lump appear again.
• Umbilical Hernia: It creates a bulge like structure near the navel and occurs at a protrusion through an opening in abdominal muscles. Common most Umbilical hernia symptoms include sudden vomiting and severe pain.
• Incisional Hernia: It is caused by incompletely healed- surgical wound. Incisional hernia symptoms include swelling, fever, and bleeding.