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Inguinal Hernia Surgery
Have a swelling in your groyne that is not going away? It could be an inguinal hernia, and Medintu is here to help you manage it in the best way possible. Get treated by the best general surgeons in Medintu to do away with the hernia problem once and for all. Be sure to get it treated in the beginning with a simple hernia surgery to prevent further complications.
What is a Hernia?
A hernia is a protrusion of the contents of the abdomen through a defect in the abdominal wall. It may contain any of the contents inside the abdominal wall, such as the fat, omentum, and hollow organs like the intestine, stomach, and sometimes even the bladder. Hernias can affect any age group but are more common in the older population. A hernia over the thigh is seen in females, and hernias in the groyne are more common in males.
Hernias can be easily treated by hernia operations such as herniotomy,hernioplasty,herniorraphy, TEP, and TAPP. With Medintu, get operated on by the best general surgeons and prevent further complications from hernias.
Why Choose Medintu?
Medintu is a fast-developing online platform offering a wide array of medical services in metropolitan cities in India like Hyderabad, Delhi, Mumbai, and Kerala. We offer the rental of medical equipment, medical diagnostics,nursing care services, surgical consultations, and online doctor consultations. With Medintu, you get quality healthcare at an affordable price that is right for you.
Get a consultation with the best surgeons in India for hernia repair surgery. We are associated with the most renowned and awarded general surgeons who are updated on the latest techniques for hernia repair surgery in state-of-the-art hospitals. Our general surgeons have at least 15 years of experience and have performed thousands of hernia surgeries. With Medintu, safety and good recovery are our top priorities.
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What are the types of surgeries done for hernia repair?
There are a variety of surgeries done for hernia repair. They include
1. Herniotomy, where the contents of the hernia are pushed back and the sac is removed.
2. Hernioplasty: in this procedure, a new mesh is placed to reconstruct the defect in the abdominal wall.
3. Herniorraphy is done to reinforce the abdominal defect with double layers of fascia.
4. The TEPP (Total Extraperitoneal Procedure) is a technique for placing a mesh on a defect in which the mesh is placed outside the person.
5. TAPP, or transabdominal peritoneal procedure, in which the mesh is placed outside the peritoneal cavity
The choice of surgery will depend on the type of hernia and the size of the defect through which the hernia is protruding.
How is a Hernia diagnosed?
A hernia is diagnosed by the surgeon after asking you details about the swelling, such as the size of the swelling,the onset,the progression, and any pain associated with the swelling. For further diagnosis, the doctor might perform physical examination tests such as the ring occlusion test to occlude the defect through which the abdominal contents are protruding, the cough impluse test to check if the contents of the swelling are from the abdomen, and other similar tests. For further evaluation, the surgeon may prescribe the following investigations:
1. USG abdomen to visualise the defect in the abdominal wall
2. X-ray the abdomen to check for any obstructions.
3. Routine blood tests to check for any derangements in the blood components and serum marker values
4.2D ECHO and ECG to check for any heart abnormalities so that they do not interfere with the surgery and its results.
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What are the complications after hernia surgery?
After a hernia surgery, the following could be some of the complications that may be acquired:
1. Wound infection
2. Would dehiscence
3. Recurrence of hernia at the same site
4. Keloid formation
5. Bleeding during and after surgery
6. The mesh for hernias is too small.
7. Intestinal perforation during surgery
8. Peritonitis
These are rare complications that may happen during the surgery or post-surgery due to a multitude of factors that have very little to do with them.
What are the signs and symptoms of a hernia?
The signs and symptoms of a hernia are usually observed over a long period of time, and they can be as follows:
1. Swelling in the groyne,over the thighs, or in the scrotum
2. Gradually increasing in size
3. It can be pushed back in.
4. Increases in size on straining
5. Pulsates on coughing
6. It is doughy or smooth in consistency.
These are some symptoms of a hernia that you may notice yourself and can take to the doctor for the earliest treatment.
What is the procedure for hernia surgery?
After the diagnosis of a hernia is made, the general surgeon will explain the condition and its implications to you and discuss the best possible surgery to treat the current hernia and prevent future hernias in the same place. The procedure that can yield the best results is decided, and the patient is admitted a day before the surgery. All the necessary investigations are done, and a review of the patient’s condition is done by the anesthesiologist to determine surgical fitness for hernia surgery.
Any anxiety or concern related to the procedure is openly discussed by the surgeon with the family. Signatures on printed consents may be taken for the procedure after explaining all the risks and complications that may arise as a result of the surgery. At the designated time,the patient is changed into a gown and shifted to the operation theatre. Under adequate general anaesthesia, the surgery is performed.
After the surgery is completed,the patient may be kept for observation in an ICU. If the vitals of the patient post-surgery are stable and no immediate post-operative complications are seen, the patient can be shifted to the ward, and the slow introduction of fluids and food along with physical rehabilitation can be started. After 2-3 days of hospital stay, the patient can be discharged with an appropriate prescription for postoperative care and discharge advice.
How do I recover from hernia surgery?
To recover from the hernia surgery, it is essential to do the following and comply with them strictly:
1. Follow the doctor’s postoperative advice and go for regular postoperative checkups.
2. Drink lots of oral fluids and eat protein-rich food to recover faster and better.
3. Eat soft foods for the first few days after the surgery.
4. Use pain medication as prescribed to control the pain after surgery.
5. Avoid local irritants like textured clothing or unprescribed ointments.
6. Go for regular dressings and clean the wound thoroughly to prevent infections.
7. Avoid strenuous activity like straining to pass stools, lifting heavy weights, and bending over to aid proper recovery.
8. Take multivitamin supplements to help in the recovery process.
9. Wear an abdominal binder or scrotal belt as prescribed.
FAQs
What are the risk factors for hernias?
The following are some of the risk factors for hernias to occur:
1. Old age as the abdominal wall weakens
2. Smokers and people with genetic diseases like prune’s disease
3. Chronic cough
4. Weightlifting professions
5. Chronic constipation
What are the complications of an untreated hernia?
Following are some complications of an untreated hernia:
1. Strangulation of the bowel loop, causing severe pain
2. Intestinal obstruction
3. Ischemia and gangrene of the bowel loop in the hernia
What are the warning signs of a hernia?
If you notice any of the following, then you must rush to a hospital for treatment:
1. Pain at the site of the hernia
2. Hernias do not decrease in size when lying down.
3. Nausea
4. Vomiting
5. Inability to pass stool
6. Fever.
Any of these symptoms could mean that there is a complication of the hernia that needs to be dealt with immediately
What are the types of hernia?
The following are some types of hernias:
1. Inguinal hernia, which happens in the groyne
2. Femoral hernia, which happens on the thigh
3. Umbilical hernia, which happens at the umbilicus
4. Incisional hernia, which happens at a previously operated
What is the cost of hernia surgery in India?
The cost of hernia surgery could be anywhere from 50,000 to 1,00,000 rupees based on the type of hernia, the complications,the surgeon, and the hospital where the surgery is done.