4 Different Ways to Repair Your Hernia
Over a million repairs to hernias are completed every annually in the United States, making it one of the most frequent surgeries performed across the nation. In the past the procedure for hernia repair has evolved and now there are a variety of methods to repair hernias based on the location they’re in and other aspects.
The team of South Florida Surgical Group understands that each patient’s needs are individual. We are experts in the most advanced methods for repairing hernias that help to support an approach that is patient-centered to ensure more successful results. We will go over the different options for hernia repair that will ensure you are more confident regarding your surgery.
Open surgery
Open surgery is often called traditional surgery due to the procedure that has been utilized for the longest time. When we undergo open surgery, our surgeon cuts a bigger incision, which allows access to the entire area of treatment.
The open surgery procedure can be utilized to treat a variety of hernias. It’s typically used for inguinal hernias – hernias which occur within an abdominal cavity, close to the groin. In open surgery, we find the hernia and then position it inside your abdomen, before making the cut.
Laparoscopic surgery
Laparoscopic surgical procedure can be described as a minimally invasive method which makes use of tiny incisions. Surgery involves inserting an instrument referred to as the laparoscope in any of the wounds. The scope is equipped with a small camera that transmits photographs of the hernia to the monitor. Our surgeon operates these instruments as well as performs surgery as he watches the screen.
Since it makes small incisions, the procedure is associated with a faster recovery, and faster return to regular routine. The scars you will leave are extremely tiny.
Robot-assisted surgery
Robot-assisted surgeries are very like laparoscopic surgery however, in this method the surgeon sits at a specific surgical console, and controls the instruments directly at the control console. The robotic technology permits extremely precise, high-definition pictures of the surgical site and also extremely precise movement of the surgical instruments.
Similar to laparoscopic surgery and robotic assisted surgery is characterized by quicker recovery times, quicker return to normal activities and less wounds than open surgeries.
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Mesh vs. no mesh
The majority of today’s hernia repairs are performed using mesh inserts that help to strengthen the surrounding tissue. The intention behind the mesh is to keep the hernia from becoming recurrent however it can help in accelerating recovery.
The surgical mesh is placed over the weak area that is caused due to the hernia. In time the natural tissue will fuse with the mesh creating a scar tissue which helps to prevent the recurrence. While most repairs utilize mesh, it’s not always the best option. Your Hernia doctor will decide whether mesh is the best option for your repair of your hernia.
Find out more about the repair of hernias
Some hernias don’t require surgery. Smaller, less severe hernias are treated through regular monitoring to ensure that the hernia does not get any worse.
For more information on the management of hernias and their repair as well as the method our team suggests for optimal health, call us to schedule an appointment at the Miami, Florida, practice right now.
About Docor
Dr. Azhar Alam
MBBS (Honours), MRCS A (UK),
DNB General Surgery
FIAGES (Gastro Intestinal Surgery)
FMAS (Minimal Access Surgery),
MNAMS (New Delhi)
Consultant Gastrointestinal, Advanced Laparoscopic and Laser Surgeon
Assistant Professor of Surgery, KPC Medical College and Hospital
