Can my hernia be repaired with a “keyhole” operation?
19/02/13 22:24
In response to a question on healthshare.com.au
In very general terms, the answer is “yes”! All types of hernia can be repaired “laparoscopically”. During a laparoscopic (keyhole) operation, your surgeon makes a few small incisions. One allows the placement of a small camera inside, and the other incisions allow placement of narrow instruments inside to allow the performance of the operation. Read More...
In very general terms, the answer is “yes”! All types of hernia can be repaired “laparoscopically”. During a laparoscopic (keyhole) operation, your surgeon makes a few small incisions. One allows the placement of a small camera inside, and the other incisions allow placement of narrow instruments inside to allow the performance of the operation. Read More...
What is the treatment for a hernia?
04/01/13 16:06
In response to a question on healthshare.com.au
Most hernias need surgery for effective treatment. Read More...
Most hernias need surgery for effective treatment. Read More...
What is an incisional hernia and how can it be treated?
02/01/13 17:17
In response to a question on healthshare.com.au
A hernia is where the internal parts of the body - such as the fat or the intestines inside the abdominal cavity (belly) - protrude through a gap or weakness in the muscles over them. The weakness can be natural, for example at the umbilicus (belly button) or in the groin; or it can be acquired as a result of an injury or a surgical incision.
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A hernia is where the internal parts of the body - such as the fat or the intestines inside the abdominal cavity (belly) - protrude through a gap or weakness in the muscles over them. The weakness can be natural, for example at the umbilicus (belly button) or in the groin; or it can be acquired as a result of an injury or a surgical incision.
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