Learn about laparoscopic surgery for inguinal hernia

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Laparoscopic inguinal hernia surgery is the choice of many people because this method has many advantages such as postoperative pain, limited scarring, fast recovery...

1. What is laparoscopic inguinal hernia surgery?

Inguinal hernia is a birth defect because the inguinal canal and peritoneal canal are not sealed at birth, so when there is increased pressure in the abdomen, the intestines or ovaries (in girls) go into the scrotum, manifested by a bulges in the inguinal-scrotal region in boys and near the vulva in girls. If not operated in time, it can lead to the risk of bowel or ovarian necrosis, which is very dangerous.
Laparoscopic inguinal hernia surgery is a surgical method to treat severe inguinal hernia. Similar to other laparoscopic methods, laparoscopic inguinal hernia surgery will have the patient under general anesthesia and make a small incision in the abdomen to place the trocar (one 10mm trocar and two 5mm trocars). The abdomen is pumped with CO2 gas to create a space for the doctor to perform intra-abdominal operations. The surgeon will analyze the hernia opening and place a mesh to strengthen the abdominal wall.

2. Advantages of laparoscopic inguinal hernia surgery

Laparoscopic inguinal hernia surgery is one of two basic inguinal hernia surgery methods (open surgery and laparoscopic surgery). Thanks to its outstanding advantages, laparoscopic inguinal hernia surgery has gradually replaced the traditional open surgery method. Those advantages include:
Limited damage to soft tissues or unrelated internal organs. Avoid vasectomy or testicular atrophy because this method easily helps the surgeon see the vas deferens and blood vessels supplying the testicle, and can suture the peritoneal tube (the cause of inguinal hernia in children). child) without touching the vas deferens or the blood vessels supplying the testicles. Prevention of contralateral laparoscopic hernia also allows assessment of contralateral peritoneal canal status, not missing contralateral inguinal hernia thanks to easy observation through intra-abdominal endoscopic camera and suture. Seal immediately if open. Short hospital stay: Most cases can be discharged after only 1-2 days after completing the operation. Short surgery time: Lasts only 30 to 60 minutes. Patients recover quickly: Only after 3-5 hours after the surgery is completed. You can return to light activities after 1-2 weeks. The patient has less pain after surgery. Low chance of recurrence. Less trauma and high aesthetics.

3. When to perform laparoscopic inguinal hernia surgery?

Patients should perform laparoscopic inguinal hernia surgery when the inguinal hernia is painful or has other symptoms. In addition, the doctor will also recommend surgery if you have two types of hernias, especially incarcerated or strangulated hernia (meaning the hernia cannot be pushed in or blood can't get to the stomach). herniated organs).

4. Notes after laparoscopic surgery to treat inguinal hernia

After a laparoscopic inguinal hernia, in order to recover quickly, the patient should pay attention to:
Spend a lot of time resting, limit participation in vigorous activities that require a lot of strength. Maintain a healthy diet, increase the consumption of foods rich in fiber to prevent constipation Drink lots of water, limit spicy foods, and alcohol. If you find any abnormal signs, you need to go to the hospital immediately for timely treatment.

5. Is surgery for inguinal hernia dangerous?

Surgery for inguinal hernia is a fairly common surgery with very few risks. However, in about 10% of cases, hernias return at some point after surgery. About 2-4% of hernias return within three years.
Currently, with the minimally invasive laparoscopic inguinal hernia surgery method, which causes no pain, no bleeding, small incisions and quick healing, it will help patients eliminate the disease early and not endanger life or harm. health. The sooner the patient is treated, the easier it is to treat. Especially with the appearance of laparoscopic inguinal hernia surgery technique, the incision is small, it only takes about 30-45 minutes to complete, the patient is discharged after 1-2 days.
In fact, the risk of an inguinal hernia without treatment is much more dangerous than the complications that can be encountered during or after surgery. Specifically, if the inguinal hernia is left for a long time, it can lead to a strangulated hernia (because the intestines in the hernia block cannot go back into the abdomen. This is a case where emergency surgery is required to avoid necrosis of the intestine, can be fatal in girls With any surgery, laparoscopic inguinal hernia surgery also has certain risks such as reaction to anesthesia, infection, prolonged pain in the groin area, affecting blood vessels, damaging nerves and organs. These complications are at a higher risk in cases where the patient is over 50 years old or has other medical conditions, such as heart disease or difficulty breathing
Usually before laparoscopic inguinal hernia surgery. Patients will have to visit and perform some necessary tests to assess whether their health is eligible for treatment or not. possible risks and prepare treatment plans to minimize the risks.
In order for the surgery to go smoothly, it is essential that the patient undergoes surgery at reputable hospitals, with a full team of good doctors and modern medical equipment.
Vinmec Health System is equipped with modern and advanced facilities, international standard technical facilities, in addition, it always ensures the close supervision of medical managers, will help the case Laparoscopic surgery for inguinal hernia treatment in children was carried out smoothly and safely. In addition, in the field of surgical surgery, Vinmec possesses a very good level of anesthesia, anesthesia and analgesia, useful for surgery participants such as children.
Laparoscopic surgery to treat children's inguinal hernia is the most advanced surgical method today. This surgery has been applied at Vinmec Times City International General Hospital and now Vinmec Hai Phong International General Hospital is also ready to perform.
Customers can go directly to Vinmec Times City to visit or contact hotline 0243 9743 556 for support.
Customers can go directly to Vinmec Hai Phong to visit or contact hotline 0225 7309 888 for support.