Treatment of Hernia: Laparoscopic Hernia Surgery

Laparoscopic Hernia Repair Surgery in Mumbai

Limitations of open hernia surgery namely long period of rest (average 6 weeks) and chance of hernia coming back (recurrent hernia) led to rapid popularity of Laparoscopic Hernia Surgery all over the world and in India. Laparoscopic Tension Free Hernia Repair means less pain, less hospital stay, faster recovery and less chances of recurrence.

Dr Nitish Jhawar is Senior Hernia Specialist at Apollo Hospital Belapur, Navi Mumbai..(previously, from 2008-2018, he was attached to Fortis Hiranandani Hospital, Vashi) for all types of simple and complex Hernia including recurrent Hernia. He has performed thousands of Tension Free Laparoscopic (key Hole) Hernia Repair with use of best quality mesh to maximize success rate, rapid recovery and quick return to work.

Understanding Hernias

Hernias can manifest in different types, the most common being inguinal hernia, which occur in the groin area. Other types include umbilical hernia (around the navel) and hiatal hernia (in the upper part of the stomach). Hernia can cause pain, discomfort, and a visible bulge in the affected area. If left untreated, they can lead to more severe complications.

Is surgery must for Treatment of Hernia?

Surgery is the only treatment option for Hernia. It is better to undergo surgery before symptoms worsen or before complication starts. The possible complications include obstruction or strangulation which may be life threatening.

Hernia surgery is essential for preventing further complications and alleviating the pain and discomfort associated with hernias.

For hernia surgery in Mumbai, schedule a consultation with Dr. Nitish Jhawar. During your visit, you can discuss your condition, explore your surgical options, and create a personalised treatment plan to address your hernia.

Cost & benefit of Laparoscopic Hernia Surgery

Cost of hernia surgery in Mumbai

Exact estimation of cost of hernia operation cannot be given till a doctor examines the patient personally as it depends so many factors like the type of hernia, type of surgery most suitable, type of mesh and different hospitals. Cost of Laparoscopic Hernia surgery by best doctor for Hernia Surgery in Navi Mumbai is approximately 80,000/ to 1, 00,000/- excluding mesh and tracker (Used to fix the mesh) charges.
Navi Mumbai is rapidly advancing in medical care and our best Laparoscopic Hernia Specialist Surgeons are offering best services at reasonable cost.

Benefits of Laparoscopic Hernia surgery

• Small incisions
• Less post-operative pain
• Earlier return to work
• Shorter hospital stay
• Positioning of the mesh on the inside of the defect is mechanically better than when placed on the outside as in the non-keyhole operation
• Recurrent hernias are much easier as approached from the inside
• Hernias on both sides can be repaired through the same three holes as opposed to open surgery where separate incision is to be given on other side

How is Laparoscopic Hernia Operation Done in Mumbai?

• Tiny incisions are placed on the abdomen.
• The abdomen is inflated with harmless gas (carbon di oxide) to create space to operate. The laparoscope with attached camera and special long instruments are inserted through these incisions.
• Surgeon performs the procedure watching high resolution images of the patient’s abdomen on the monitor.
• Hernia contents are pulled back in rather than pushed in from outside as is done in an ‘open’ operation and defect repaired with mesh from inside.
• Following the procedure, the small abdominal incisions are closed with a stitch or two or surgical tap or glue can be applied.

What to Expect After Hernia Surgery?

Activity:

• Once patient is awake walk is encouraged
• Routine activities like car driving can be resumed one week after keyhole repair and 2 weeks after open repair
• Bath can be taken daily if advised
• Avoid bending forward frequently
• Avoid strenuous work and lifting weight over 5kg, for 2 months

Diet:

• Normal diet and plenty of liquids are advised. Avoid diet which may cause cough and cold.

Pain:

• Slight pain may be experienced during the first 24 to 48 hours. Painkillers are prescribed for first 2 days

Hospital Stay & Rest:

• Most patient may go home same day of the surgery (day care surgery)
  Normal rest at home for 2-3 days, you may go back to work within few days after laparoscopic surgery repair.
• Heavy weight lifting is to be avoided for approx. 2 weeks after Laparoscopic Hernia repair.
• Some swelling around incision and bluish discoloration is normal in groin hernias, which can be up to scrotum.

Types Of Hernia we treat

Hernia is a bulge in the abdomen due to protrusion of contents of the abdomen through a normal or abnormal opening.

Types of Hernia

• Inguinal hernia
• Umbilical hernia
• Incisional hernia
• Femoral hernia
• Epigastric Hernia
• Hiatus Hernia
• Strangulated Hernia
• Obstructed Hernia
• Complex Hernia
• Recurrent Hernia

Types Of repair For Inguinal/Umblical/Incisional Hernia

• Simple Tension Free proline mesh repair of Hernia (Leichenstein’s Hernia Repair)
  A Polypropylene mesh is used to seal the defect.
• Laparoscopic Repair Transabdominal preperitoneal hernioplasty (TAPP) our surgery video link a mesh is placed inside the abdominal wall whereas totally extraperitoneal mesh repair (TEP)our surgery video link is done extraperitoneally.
  These are technically much more demanding procedures and should be performed by an experienced Hernia Specialist.
• 3-D Mesh Hernia Repair most advanced method of hernia repair and it covers the hernia defect from 3 sides- above, below and centre. It is a tension-free repair in which a Polypropylene mesh is used.
• Complex Hernia Repair with Abdominal wall Reconstruction: multiple previous failed hernia repairs, for very large hernia, advanced hernia repair techniques may be required along with reconstruction of the abdominal wall and then reinforcement with mesh.