A Hernia occurs when fatty tissue or organ pushes through a weak place in the surrounding connective tissue or muscle wall. Hernias get bigger if they are not treated on time. In rare cases, they even lead to life-threatening complications. That’s why it is recommended to get it treated. 

How is Hernia treated?

A Hernia is usually treated with three types of surgery. They are –

• Open Hernia Repair
• Laparoscopic Surgery
• Robotic Hernia Repair

What kind of surgery you will need depends on the size, type and location of your hernia. The concerned doctor will suggest the type of surgery considering the patient’s lifestyle, health and age.  Here we will talk about Laparoscopic surgery in detail. 

What is Laparoscopic Hernia Surgery?

Laparoscopic Hernia Surgery uses laparoscopic, a thin telescope-like instrument that is inserted through a small incision at the umbilicus. The procedure is performed under general anesthesia. 

The laparoscope is attached to a tiny video camera, that projects the inside view of the body onto the television screens in the operating room. The abdomen is inflated with a harmless gas, which helps in creating space for the doctor to view internal structures. The peritoneum i.e. the inner lining of the abdomen is cut to expose the weakness in the abdominal wall. Mesh is placed inside to cover the defects in the abdominal wall and strengthen the tissue. 

After the completion of the procedure, the small abdominal incisions are closed with a stitch or with surgical tape. Within a few months, the incisions disappear or are not visible. 

What are the advantages of a Laparoscopic Surgery?

• Tiny scars are done instead of a large incision
• Less invasive
• Shorter recovery period

Laparoscopic Surgery may not be appropriate for people who –

• Have an incarcerated hernia
• Cannot tolerate general anesthesia
• Having bleeding disorders
• Have had abdominal surgeries
• Have severe lung diseases
• Are pregnant
• Are extremely obese

What are the risks of the surgery? 

This type of operation is usually safe but may have some complications like 

• Infection of the wound
• Blood clots
• Pain 
• Recurrence

Gujarat Superspeciality Hospital, Vadodara is the best hospital that provides Laparoscopic surgery treatment for Hernia.