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Laparoscopic hernia surgery, also known as 'keyhole surgery,' is a minimally invasive procedure used to repair hernias. It involves making small incisions in the abdomen, using a laparoscope (a thin tube with a camera) to visualize the area, and inserting surgical instruments through the incisions to repair the hernia. This method offers advantages like faster recovery times, less pain, and reduced scarring compared to traditional open surgery. Key aspects of laparoscopic hernia surgery: • Minimally Invasive: The procedure uses small incisions, minimizing the disruption to surrounding tissues and potentially leading to a faster recovery. • Visual Guidance: A laparoscope provides real-time images of the hernia and surrounding areas, allowing the surgeon to guide the repair. • Surgical Instruments: Special instruments are used through the small incisions to manipulate tissues, repair the hernia, and place mesh if needed. • Mesh Use: In many cases, a mesh patch is used to reinforce the repaired area and prevent recurrence. • Recovery: Patients typically experience a quicker recovery and can return to normal activities within a week or two. • Success Rates: Laparoscopic hernia repair has high success rates, with most patients experiencing a successful outcome and minimal complications. What are the types of hernia in general? Generally hernias are classified by their location. The most common types include inguinal, femoral, umbilical, incisional, and hiatal hernias. Inguinal hernias, the most prevalent type, occur in the groin area. Femoral hernias occur in the upper thigh, while umbilical hernias are located near the belly button. Incisional hernias develop at the site of a previous surgical incision, and hiatal hernias involve the stomach pushing through the diaphragm. How serious is laparoscopic hernia surgery? The nature of laparoscopic hernia repair as a minimally invasive surgery means that, when applied to appropriate situations, this technique in experienced hands is as safe as open repair procedures. However, as with any surgical procedure, there is a risk of certain complications. Some of these risks include: Reaction to the anesthesia. What are the types of laparoscopic hernia repair? There are two main ways to perform laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair - the Transabdominal Preperitoneal (TAPP) approach and the Totally Extraperitoneal (TEP) approach. Similarly IPOM, IPOM PLUS, eTEP, PeTEP and TARM are the commonly performed laparoscopic surgeries for Ventral and Lumbar hernia repair. What not to do after laparoscopic hernia surgery? Avoid lifting anything that would make you strain. This may include heavy grocery bags and milk containers, a heavy briefcase or backpack, cat litter or dog food bags, a vacuum cleaner, or a child. Ask your doctor when you can drive again. Most people are able to return to work within 1 to 2 weeks after surgery. Which type of hernia surgery is best? Each Open and Laparoscopic type of hernia repair have some pros and cons too. Depending on the type and severity of hernia your doctor will choose the procedure to repair the hernia. For small or medium size non-complicated hernia laparoscopic surgery works well. On the other hand if the size of hernial defect is big and complicated, your surgeon would like to repair it by open method. The main advantages of robotic or laparoscopic hernia repair are lower risk of infection, less postoperative pain, and quicker return to work or normal activities. Can a hernia come back after laparoscopic surgery? Durability of hernia repair depends on many factors. For an instance people with obesity and high BMI and Smokers are at a significantly greater risk of recurrence of hernias after the surgery. The constant intra-abdominal pressure contributes to quick enlargement of the hernia defect leading to recurrence. Though the risk of developing a recurrent hernia after an open tension free mesh repair Vs a laparoscopic or keyhole repair is almost same. What are the complications of hernia if it has been not treated ? Regardless of the size, any and every type of hernia can lead to further risks and complications if left untreated. Complications associated with smaller hernias include pain and discomfort in the abdomen. Larger hernias may cause complications such as strangulation, bowel obstruction, and even tissue death. The complications of untreated large hernias are more severe and may, at times, be life-threatening. Furthermore, untreated hernia of any size may lead the tissues to get trapped in the hernia sac. This condition is extremely painful and requires emergency surgical treatment. What is the cost of laparoscopic hernia surgery in India? The cost of laparoscopic hernia surgery in India varies, typically ranging from ₹80,000 to ₹148,000. The final cost can be affected by factors like the specific hernia type, hospital, surgeon's expertise, and location. This is for informational purposes only. For medical advice or diagnosis, consult Dr. Brijendra Singh at Brij Laser And Laparoscopy Centre.