Can a 22-year-old person with an inguinal hernia have laparoscopic surgery?

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Question
Hello doctor,
I am a 22 year old male. I had an examination and was diagnosed with an inguinal hernia. Doctor let me ask if a 22-year-old person with an inguinal hernia can have laparoscopic surgery? Or, depending on the situation, consider laparoscopic or open surgery? Thank you doctor.
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Answer
Answered by Master, Doctor Hoang Duc Nam - Department of General Surgery, Vinmec Nha Trang International General Hospital.
Hello,
With the question “Can a 22-year-old person with an inguinal hernia have laparoscopic surgery? ", the doctor would like to answer as follows:
Inguinal hernia can be treated by many surgical methods, from open surgery to laparoscopic. Each method has its advantages and disadvantages. I will come directly to the doctor to discuss in detail, specifically, properly assess the situation to have the most optimal plan.
If you still have questions about inguinal hernia, you can go to a hospital under Vinmec Health System for further examination and advice. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wishing you lots of health.
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