Laparoscopic hernia repair
Keyhole surgery to repair a hernia
If you need to have a hernia repaired, HCA UK provides laparoscopic hernia repair
About having a hernia repair
Some of the more common types of hernia are:
- Inguinal hernias (groin area)
- Femoral hernias (groin area)
- Umbilical hernias (naval or belly button area)
- Hiatus hernias (chest area)
Advantages of laparoscopic repair
Laparoscopic surgery is minimally invasive and this means it has several advantages over traditional open surgery. These include:
- shorter hospital stay
- faster recovery time
- less pain and bleeding after the procedure
- reduced scarring
Need to know
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What happens during surgery? icon plus
Surgery is the only way to completely repair a hernia and your GP or consultant may refer you for an ultrasound scan to assess the extent of your condition.
To treat a hernia, a procedure called laparoscopic hernia repair is carried out.
A laparoscopic hernia repair is performed via keyhole surgery. Your consultant will make several small cuts in your abdomen and use an instrument called a laparoscope. The contents of the hernia will be returned back into the abdomen and then the abdominal wall will be strengthened. This is done by either using a special mesh or by stitching the muscle layers together to help prevent the hernia returning. -
How to prepare icon plus
Laparoscopic hernia repair is generally very safe. However, as with any surgery, there are some risks and side effects involved. Your consultant will explain these to you and answer any questions you might have.
Laparoscopic hernia repair is carried out under general anaesthetic. Afterwards, the area will be closed with stitches or staples.
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After the procedure, you will be taken to the recovery unit, where our dedicated team will look after you. You will be given pain relief medication if needed.
Laparoscopic hernia repair is sometimes performed as a day case. You may be able to go home after one day, or you may need to stay in hospital overnight. Your consultant or specialist nurse will let you know when you can leave the hospital.
You will be advised on how to manage your recovery and when you can get back to your usual daily routines, but most people make a full recovery within a few weeks.
Our hernia specialists
Our locations
From complex surgery to straightforward procedures, we provide exceptional care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
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The Princess Grace Hospital
42-52 Nottingham Place
London W1U 5NY
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The Wellington Hospital
Wellington Place
St John's Wood
London NW8 9LE
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London Bridge Hospital
27 Tooley Street
London
SE1 2PR
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The Harley Street Clinic
35 Weymouth Street
London W1G 8BJ
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The Lister Hospital
Chelsea Bridge Road
London
SW1W 8RH
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The Portland Hospital
205 - 209 Great Portland Street
London W1W 5AH
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Chelsea Outpatients
272 & 280 Kings Road
London SW3 5AW
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Chiswick Medical Centre
Bond House
347-353 Chiswick High Road
London W4 4HS
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HCA UK at Docklands
2 Upper Bank Street, Canary Wharf
London
E14 5EE
Book an appointment
Our team can help with any enquiries or you can make an appointment with one of our experienced consultants.
Call us today
020 7079 4344