Hernia Surgery - Hernia Operation
After Hernia Surgery 95% percent of our patients leave home within two hours following their hernia repair.
Hernia Repair – Surgery is one of the most common major operations performed in the United States.
Approximately 600,000 Hernia Repair Operations are performed annually in the United States. Many are performed by the conventional "open" method. Some hernia repairs are performed using a small telescope known as a laparoscope. Hernias can happen to anyone, regardless of sex or age
Hernias can only be repaired by a surgical procedure. There are a variety of surgical procedures available, depending on the type of hernia involved. Careful diagnosis is essential. It’s important to distinguish between Groin Strain, a Torn Muscle or a HERNIA, because the treatment options for each vary greatly.
How Can You Tell You Might Have A Hernia
Hernias typically present as bulges underneath your skin and can be located anywhere on your abdomen or in your groins. Sometimes they present on their own, but these are also common after surgeries, especially surgeries with large incisions.
Contact us right away if you've noticed:
- A burning or aching sensation in your abdomen
- Pain and discomfort in your groin
- Pain and swelling around your testicles
In extreme cases, nausea, fever and the inability to move your bowels could be signs of a more serious hernia. Only a certified physician can make a professional judgement if hernia surgery will be necessary.
How long do I have to stay in Surgical Center after Hernia Surgery and what is the recovery time?
Hernias treatment can be followed with two methods: Open Hernia Surgery or Laparoscopic Hernia Surgery. Many patients who have laparoscopic hernia surgery to repair hernia are able to go home the same day as compare to Open Surgery. The recovery time is roughly 1 to 2 weeks. After 1 to 2 weeks, you can most likely return to the light activity.
How much time will it take for Hernia Surgery?
Many procedures take about an hour to perform for surgery. The rest of time is spent by a patient is to prepare for him/her for the surgery. Many patient leaves the hospital in about an hour after the surgery after the examination of their medical condition.
What Is Mesh?
The Mesh is a Bio absorb-able mesh used in the Hernia Surgery. It’s a made from natural material suitable for human body. It doesn’t stay in your body for life long although it is used give strength to weakened muscle of your body and with time it absorb into your tissue, leaving you with strong and durable repair for your hernia.
When do I need a Hernia Surgery?
A hernia needs surgery if it is:
- limiting your way of life
- causing pain in the influenced area
- causing abdominal swelling or obstruction
- bulging through your clothes
- interfering with your daily activities
- interfering with your sexual life
- requiring emergency hospital visits for pain or distension
What will happen if I don’t repair my hernia?
If hernia is not treated on time, it will continue to increase in size, consequently it may cause pain and intestinal blockage.