CaRi-heart technology
Revolutionary new technology to assess the risk of a serious heart condition or heart attack – many years before anything happens.
SURGERY TO REPAIR AN INFANT'S EPIGASTRIC HERNIA
If your child has an epigastric hernia, HCA UK has the expertise and facilities to help.
An epigastric hernia occurs when fatty tissue pushes through the abdomen, between your child’s navel (belly button) and their sternum (breastbone), creating a lump or swelling.
Surgery is an effective treatment option to remove a child’s epigastric hernia.
Your consultant will examine the affected area. If they feel a characteristic lump, they may not need to do any further tests.
Surgery is carried out under general anaesthetic, which means your child will be asleep. It takes between 30 minutes and an hour to repair the hernia. Your consultant will make a cut over the epigastric hernia to free up the ‘hernial sac’. Intestine or other tissue inside the sac will be carefully pushed back into your abdominal cavity. The excess sac may be tied off or removed.
The weak spot where the hernia was located will be closed with strong, secure stitches or a patch of synthetic nylon mesh may be used if the hernia was particularly large. A waterproof dressing will be placed over the area.
The procedure will be carried out as day surgery and your child will be able to go home once they’ve recovered. Occasionally, children need to stay in hospital overnight.
Paediatric Surgery
Paediatric Surgery
Paediatric Surgery
Paediatric Surgery
This content is intended for general information only and does not replace the need for personal advice from a qualified health professional.