Hernia
Surgery for a hernia
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There are two main ways surgery for hernias can be carried out:
- open surgery where one cut is made to allow the surgeon to push the lump back into the abdomen
- keyhole (laparoscopic) surgery this is a less invasive, but more difficult, technique where several smaller cuts are made, allowing the surgeon to use various special instruments to repair the hernia
Most people are able to go home the same day or the day after surgery and make a full recovery within a few weeks.
If your doctorrecommends having surgery, it's important to be aware of the potential risks, as well as the possibility of the hernia recurring.
Make sureyou discuss the benefits and risks of the procedure with your surgeon in detail before having the operation.
More information
To find out moreabout some common types of hernia surgery, see:
howinguinal hernias are repaired
how femoral hernias are repaired