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Hernia repair techniques
Each technique of hernia repair has its own unique benefits and indications
and it is important to have several options when deciding which type
of repair is ideal for your hernia.
Suturing
Simply suturing the abdominal wall musculature together can close only
very small effects. Most hernias require a piece of mesh for a long
lasting repair.
Mesh
Mesh is a prosthetic material that is used to repair hernias. This mesh
acts like a fence to reduce tension on the wound and prevent recurrence.
The mesh is inserted through the incision in the abdomen, or the groin,
and sutured into position. This technique can be accomplished using
with both open and laparoscopic repairs.
Open repair
In this operation, an incision is made on the abdominal wall, the hernia
sac is reduced and mesh is placed just below the fascia.
Laparoscopic
repair
This technique has been described as a minimally invasive approach. It
involves making three or four tiny incisions. The mesh is placed behind
the defect, one layer deeper in the abdominal cavity.
Risk for hernias
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