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Treating hernias

  • How to treat hernias

Hernia is a common condition that often requires surgical treatment. If left untreated, it can lead to serious complications. Here's what you need to know:

+20 * millions Of hernia procedures worldwide per year. *Kingsnorth A, LeBlanc K. Hernias: inguinal and incisional. Lancet. 2003;362(9395):1561–1571. [PubMed] [Google Scholar]
  • How to treat hernias

Hernia is a common condition that often requires surgical treatment. If left untreated, it can lead to serious complications. Here's what you need to know:

Hernia surgery

Surgical hernia repair, called herniorrhaphy, is necessary to correct the weakness in the abdominal wall. During surgery, your doctor will close the weakened area using sutures or placing a wall reinforcement implant.

Why is surgical repair important?

Surgical repair is essential to prevent potentially serious complications associated with hernia, such as strangulation and intestinal obstruction. By treating the hernia surgically, you reduce the risk of chronic pain and improve your long-term quality of life.

+20 * millions Of hernia procedures worldwide per year. *Kingsnorth A, LeBlanc K. Hernias: inguinal and incisional. Lancet. 2003;362(9395):1561–1571. [PubMed] [Google Scholar]
  • The different surgical techniques

If you've been diagnosed with an abdominal hernia, it's important to understand the different treatment options available to you. Abdominal hernias can be treated in a number of ways:

Open surgery

In open surgery, the surgeon makes an incision in the area of the hernia, allowing direct access to the affected area. This method is often used for large or complex hernias.

Laparoscopy

Laparoscopy is a less invasive approach in which small incisions are made in the abdomen. The surgeon then uses special instruments and a camera to repair the hernia. This method generally offers faster recovery and less post-operative pain than open surgery.

Robot-assisted surgery

Robot-assisted surgery uses a robotic system to help the surgeon perform the procedure with precision. This technique can offer similar benefits to laparoscopy, with greater precision and better visualization for the surgeon.

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Hernia surgery

Surgical hernia repair, called herniorrhaphy, is necessary to correct the weakness in the abdominal wall. During surgery, your doctor will close the weakened area using sutures or placing a wall reinforcement implant.

Why is surgical repair important?

Surgical repair is essential to prevent potentially serious complications associated with hernia, such as strangulation and intestinal obstruction. By treating the hernia surgically, you reduce the risk of chronic pain and improve your long-term quality of life.

  • The different surgical techniques

If you've been diagnosed with an abdominal hernia, it's important to understand the different treatment options available to you. Abdominal hernias can be treated in a number of ways:

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Open surgery


In open surgery, the surgeon makes an incision in the area of the hernia, allowing direct access to the affected area. This method is often used for large or complex hernias.

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Laparoscopy


Laparoscopy is a less invasive approach in which small incisions are made in the abdomen. The surgeon then uses special instruments and a camera to repair the hernia. This method generally offers faster recovery and less post-operative pain than open surgery.

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Robot-assisted surgery


Robot-assisted surgery uses a robotic system to help the surgeon perform the procedure with precision. This technique can offer similar benefits to laparoscopy, with greater precision and better visualization for the surgeon.

  • Each method has its own advantages and disadvantages, and it's important to discuss with your surgeon which options are best suited to your situation.
  • Each method has its own advantages and disadvantages, and it's important to discuss with your surgeon which options are best suited to your situation.

Prepare your surgery

  • Advice before your surgery

Surgery places considerable stress on the body, so it's essential to optimize your health and physical condition before the operation.

Pre-operative physical activity
Light to moderate exercise, such as walking, may be recommended to facilitate recovery. Always consult your doctor before starting any exercise program.

Smoking cessation
It is strongly recommended to stop smoking before hernia surgery. Smoking can adversely affect wound healing and increase the risk of complications.

Nutrition
Help prepare your immune system by eating nutrient-rich meals and avoiding overly processed foods.

  • Advice before your surgery

Surgery places considerable stress on the body, so it's essential to optimize your health and physical condition before the operation.

Pre-operative physical activity

Light to moderate exercise, such as walking, may be recommended to facilitate recovery. Always consult your doctor before starting any exercise program.

Smoking cessation

It is strongly recommended to stop smoking before hernia surgery. Smoking can adversely affect wound healing and increase the risk of complications.

Nutrition

Help prepare your immune system by eating nutrient-rich meals and avoiding overly processed foods.


  • By adopting a healthy lifestyle, being physically active, and keeping your medical conditions under control, you maximise your chances of a good outcome after hernia surgery.
  • By adopting a healthy lifestyle, being physically active, and keeping your medical conditions under control, you maximise your chances of a good outcome after hernia surgery.
  • By adopting a healthy lifestyle, being physically active, and keeping your medical conditions under control, you maximise your chances of a good outcome after hernia surgery.

Don't hesitate to talk to your medical team for personalised advice.

  • Questions to ask your
    surgeon
  • Questions to ask your
    surgeon

Treating a hernia is an important decision, so it's essential to know all your options before making any decisions. To make sure you have all the information you need to make an informed decision, talk to your doctor.

Here are some examples of questions to ask:

  • What technique will be used to repair the hernia?
  • How often does the surgeon perform this procedure in his or her practice?
  • What are the risks associated with this type of surgery?
  • What are the risks and side effects of general anesthesia?
  • What is the recurrence rate with the recommended procedure?
  • What medical products or devices are likely to be used in the procedure?
  • What level of pain is anticipated, and how will it be managed?
  • Will I have to stay in hospital? If so, for how long?
  • Will there be any costs associated with the surgery?
  • Approximately how long before I can resume my normal activities?
  • When, and how often, should I see a doctor for a follow-up visit?

Take the time to ask any questions that come to mind, and don't hesitate to ask for clarification if necessary. Your doctor is there to help you make informed decisions about your treatment.

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59117 Wervicq-Sud
France
Tél. : +33 (0)3 20 14 41 20

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