A hernia is generally treated through surgery. The three different types of hernia surgery are robotic laparoscopic repair, open hernia, and robotic repair. This article will provide a detailed description of all the types. Are you ready to know more? Continue reading.
- Laparoscopic hernia repair surgery
A minimally invasive or laparoscopic hernia repair surgery makes use of a thin instrument similar to a telescope called a laparoscope which is inserted through one of the various small incisions that are made by a surgeon on the umbilicus, which is the belly button of the patient. This process is performed under the general influence of anesthesia that helps a patient not feel any pain during the surgery. Because of this, a patient has to go through a process of evaluation prior to the surgery that revolves around his health and includes a physical exam, an electrocardiogram, and his history.
A tiny video camera, smaller than a dime, is connected to the laparoscope that helps in the projection of the inside view of the body of the patient onto the television screens that are present in the operating room.
The abdomen of the patient is inflated with carbon dioxide, a harmless gas that helps in the creation of extra space to permit the viewing of the internal structures of the patient by the surgeon. The inner lining of the abdomen, called the peritoneum, is cut to expose any weakness present in the abdominal wall. A mesh is placed on the abdominal wall to cover the defects present in the abdominal wall and strengthen the tissue.
- Open hernia repair surgery
Under this form of hernia repair surgery, a cut or an incision is made in the groin. The hernia sac that contains the bulging intestine is discovered, the surgeon then pushes it back into the patient’s abdomen, to strengthen his abdominal wall, with the help of synthetic mesh or stitches, or both. Generally, a patient can leave for his home after a few hours of the surgery and feels perfect within the next few days.
- Robotic hernia repair surgery
Just like laparoscopic hernia surgery, this form of surgery makes use of a laparoscope and is performed similarly. In this form of surgery, a tiny camera, small incisions, inflated abdomen, and the projection of the internal abdomen on the screen are involved. While robotic surgery was used for weak areas or smaller hernias, it can now be used for the reconstruction of the abdominal wall as well.
Conclusion
Most hernias might not get better without a safe and effective surgery. Reduce any discomfort by choosing from the different types of hernia surgery elucidated in the article.