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Apply for Admission M. Conditions We Treat: Inguinal Hernia. Our Physicians Rely on the expertise of our surgeons to diagnose and repair inguinal hernias.
Eva's Story. Our Patient Education. Since emergency surgery for a strangulated hernia can be complicated, potentially leading to major complications or death, surgeons warned patients about the risks of emergency surgery and suggested hernia repair right away. Because the risk of emergency surgery is so low, some surgeons would start to counsel patients that it is safe to monitor the hernia until it becomes symptomatic. This study identified that the majority of patients do develop more significant symptoms over several years, and actually ask to have hernia surgery before requiring any sort of emergency surgery.
After this study, most surgeons recommend that patients have their hernias fixed while they are young, in order to reduce complications of surgery related to diseases heart disease, diabetes, etc. For patients who are healthy and have completely asymptomatic hernias, we recommend watchful waiting, as the risk of waiting is less than the risk of potential complications from elective hernia surgery.
For patients with minimally symptomatic hernias, we come up with a plan together as to whether or not surgery is better performed now or at a later time. For patients with symptomatic or larger hernias we almost always recommend the fast recovery repair.
Michael Reinhorn is a specialist in inguinal hernia and umbilical hernia. This is because as you get older, the muscles surrounding your abdomen tummy can become weaker. Inguinal hernias can sometimes appear suddenly after putting pressure on the abdomen, such as straining on the toilet if you have constipation or carrying and pushing heavy loads.
Inguinal hernias can be repaired using surgery to push the bulge back into place and strengthen the weakness in the abdominal wall. The operation is usually recommended if you have a hernia that causes pain, severe or persistent symptoms, or if any serious complications develop.
Surgery gets rid of the hernia to prevent any serious complications, but there's a chance it could return after the operation. There are advantages and disadvantages to both methods. The type of surgery you have depends on which method suits you, and your surgeon's experience. You should be able to go home the same day or the day after surgery. It's important to follow the instructions you're given while in hospital about how to look after yourself.
This includes eating a good diet to avoid constipation, caring for the wound, and avoiding strenuous activities. Most people make a full recovery from inguinal hernia repair within 6 weeks, with many being able to return to work and light activities within 2 weeks. Ask your surgeon or GP for advice on when it's safe for you to drive again. You should also speak to your insurer before driving again after having surgery.
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