What Is a Hernia and How Is One Repaired By Dr Hardeep Bains
A hernia is a bulge or swelling that occurs when an organ or tissue pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal or groin muscles. Hernias can be painful, but many are not serious.
An incisional hernia is a weakness in the abdominal wall that occurs at the site of a previous surgical incision. This can happen when the surgical wound doesn't heal properly.
Open hernia repair is a surgical procedure that involves making an incision in the groin or abdomen to repair a hernia. The surgeon may use local, regional, or general anesthesia.
Reducible
A bulge that can be flattened by lying down or applying pressure
Usually not dangerous
Incarcerated
A bulge that can't be flattened by lying down or applying pressure
May be accompanied by pain
Requires prompt treatment
Strangulated
A life-threatening complication that occurs when the intestine becomes trapped and loses blood supply
May cause severe pain, nausea, vomiting, and bowel obstruction
Requires emergency surgery