3 Hernia Surgery Treatment Options

If you have been diagnosed with a hernia, your doctor has probably recommended surgery to repair it. You may be wondering what your options are when it comes to hernia surgery. This blog post will cover the three most common types of hernia surgery: open surgery, laparoscopic surgery, and robotic-assisted surgery.

Open Surgery

Open surgery is the most common type of hernia surgery. In open surgery, the surgeon makes a large incision in the area of the hernia. The surgeon then pushes the protruding tissue back into the abdominal cavity and attaches it to the surrounding tissue with stitches or surgical mesh. Open surgery is typically performed under general anesthesia and takes about an hour to complete.

Laparoscopic Surgery

Laparoscopic surgery is a minimally-invasive alternative to open surgery. In laparoscopic surgery, the surgeon makes a small incision in the abdomen and inserts a thin, flexible tube called a laparoscope. The laparoscope is equipped with a tiny camera that allows the surgeon to see inside the abdomen. The surgeon then inserts small surgical instruments through other small incisions in the abdomen and repairs the hernia. Laparoscopic surgery is usually performed under general anesthesia and takes about 30 minutes to an hour to complete.

In laparoscopic surgery, the surgeon makes a small incision in the abdomen and inserts a thin, flexible tube called a laparoscope. The laparoscope is equipped with a tiny camera that allows the surgeon to see inside the abdomen.

Robotic-Assisted Surgery

Robotic-assisted surgery is another minimally-invasive alternative to open surgery. In robotic-assisted surgery, the surgeon sits at a console next to the patient and controls a robot that is equipped with small surgical instruments. The robot makes small incisions in the abdomen and performs the repair. Robotic-assisted surgery is usually performed under general anesthesia and takes about 30 minutes to an hour to complete.

If you are scheduled for hernia surgery, you may be wondering what your options are. This blog post has covered three of the most common types of hernia surgery: open surgery, laparoscopic surgery, and robotic-assisted surgery. Talk to your doctor about which type of surgery is right for you, or contact Hernia Innovations where we specialize in Hernia Surgery Treatments for patients like you. Contact us today for an appointment by sending us a message or calling us at (925) 940-1020.