What is Hernia Surgery?

A hernia repair is a surgical procedure to treat hernias. Hernia repair surgery is the most common surgery performed throughout the world. Generally it takes 1 to 2 years before hernias begin to cause irritation and painful symptoms. These are the two methods of hernia surgeries:

Hernioplasty (mesh repair): It is a type of hernia repair surgery where a mesh is stitched over the weakened muscle and with the help of mesh muscle grow back over time. Now a days it is a common hernia surgery and have better outcomes for the patients. Herniorrhaphy (tissue repair): It is the oldest type of hernia repair surgery and now a days less commonly used.

Robotic hernia repair surgery: It is a kind of advanced laparoscopic surgery where the surgery performed through robotic system that have 3D imaging, tremor filter, and articulated instruments. Improved visualization and greater dexterity are two major features of robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery provides undoubted technical advantages over conventional laparoscopy.

What are the benefits of Robotic Hernia Repair Surgery?

Robotic hernia repair surgery has many benefits to patients compared to conventional open surgery, that includes:

• Less pain and discomfort
• Precise surgery
• Smaller Minimal scarring
• Shorter hospital stay
• Quicker recovery time and return to normal activities
• Small tiny incisions that reduce risk of infection
• Less blood loss

Dr Ashish Gautam is one of best robotic hernia surgeon in India, treating hernia through diet, lifestyle changes, medication and if required laser, laparoscopic surgery or robotic surgery. Evidence based safe & effective treatment for:

• Inguinal hernia
• Femoral hernia
• Umbilical hernia
• Hiatal hernia
• Incisional hernia
• Epigastric hernia