Herniorrhaphy

Herniorrhaphy, also identified as hernia surgery, is the most commonly employed method of mending a hernia. Weakness in the muscle or tissues that should normally hold organs or tissues inside allows them to escape through it. The abdominal area and groins are the most common sites for hernias, which, if not addressed could lead to other problems like pain, discomfort etc.

Your surgeon returns the protruding organ or tissue back into its normal place during a procedure to fix hernias. Surgeons may use stitches or surgical netting to make the area stronger after repositioning of such structures. Surgical netting is recommended in order not only to make the weakened part stronger but also decrease chances of another occurrence of a hernia. Hernia surgery may either be done through open operation which entails making larger cuts, or laparoscopy where smaller cuts are made using camera guidance.

The kind of surgical procedure that will be performed is determined by the size and location of the hernia and one’s general health. Normally, most individuals can return within weeks’ time to their daily activities but they should avoid strenuous tasks. In case you are contemplating having your hernia repaired surgically, your physician will elaborate on what it entails including how long it takes healing wise plus possible dangers involved towards making an educated choice regarding this matter.