What is a hernia? How is a hernia treated?
A hernia is a condition in which an organ is abnormally displaced from its normal location, usually through weakened areas in the abdominal wall. It is often only apparent with increased intra-abdominal pressure, such as coughing, lifting heavy objects or physical strain, but can also be visible and palpable under the skin.
What are types of hernia?
- inguinal/groin (direct or indirect)
- umbilical
- epigastric
- supravesical
- femoral
- obturator
- perineal
- ischiatic
- hiatal
- sliding
- paraoesophageal
- lumbal
- parastomal
- incision hernia
- diaphragmatic
- paraduodenal
- pericecal
- foramen of winslow hernia
- trans mesenteric hernia
- intersigmoid
Interview: MUDr. Majerník on the subject of abdominal and inguinal hernia.
Advantages of laparoscopic hernia surgery
- significantly better cosmetic effect (only small scars)
- minimal postoperative complications (blood loss, wound healing disorders, lower risk of adhesions)
- lower postoperative pain
- faster postoperative healing
- faster recovery of digestive tract activity
- significantly shorter overall recovery time and shorter incapacity for work
Detailed information
- What is the preparation before laparoscopy
- How laparoscopy is performed
- What is the postoperative care after laparoscopy
- How to care for the surgical wound after laparoscopy
- What is the recovery time after laparoscopy
