Modern hernia surgery is typically painless. The patient starts moving around 3 hours after the surgery and resumes liquids within 2 hours of surgery. Discomfort is minimal and a simple aceta-aminophen (Crocin, Paracetamol) works fine without the need of strong analgesics.
How long do I have to be admitted for?
Our protocol is simple and we follow 24to 48 hours in-out policy.
Do I come back for stitch removal?
Yes, only once at 7 days.
When can I start my work?
Pain is your only indicator. Absolute bed rest is a strict NO NO. Walking and daily chores, including bath, is started from day 1. Regular routine activities are not stopped post-surgery.
When can I start my gym?
One week off gym is a good enough time for complete recovery. Stretching may be resumed from day 1.
How are these surgeries performed?
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What kind of anesthesia do you use?
Laparoscopic surgeries are done under General Anesthesia for maximum patient comfort and recovery.
I have diabetes. Is that a problem?
Planned surgery demands good sugar control. HbA1C check is mandatory before the surgery.
I have hernia and I am obese, is there a reason for concern?
Obesity is prevalent everywhere and it is also a very common cause of hernia recurrence. If your BMI is greater than 35 kg/m2 then your surgeon might suggest you for weight loss, either medical or surgical, prior to hernia repair.
I smoke, is there any harm?
Smoking should be stopped 2 weeks prior to surgery. It’s better to not to go back to it ever! Smoking causes poor wound healing, increases chances of infection and recurrence of hernia. Smoking is an independent risk factor for anesthesia related lung complications.
I take Aspirin/Clopidogrel. Do I need to stop them before the surgery?
Absolutely. These are anti-platelet drugs and prevents blood clotting. Clopidogrel (Clopivas, Deplatt A) needs to be stopped 7 days prior planned procedure. These drugs may be resumed 48 hours after the surgery.
Do I need to undergo test before surgery?
Yes. There are a panel of test for anesthesia fitness before the surgery. A complex or recurrent hernia may demand the need for contrast enhanced CT scan of the abdomen. Anesthesiologist consultation is mandatory for certain individuals before surgery to obtain fitness for anesthesia.
Risk of recurrence?
There is always a risk of recurrence with hernia surgery. The risk may depend upon patient related factors like age, diabetes, smoking, obesity or technique related factors like mesh rupture, mesh migration and loose tacks. We take utmost care to optimize the patient pre-operatively and use latest available technique to prevent recurrence.
Is mesh necessary?
Using mesh in hernia surgery is gold standard around the globe. A repair without mesh is your shortcut to early hernia recurrence.
Is there a need for follow up?
Patients undergoing hernia repair should always be under follow-ups. First follow-up is after 1 week of surgery, 2nd follow-up is 1 month after, 3rd follow-up is after 6 months, 4th follow up is after 1 year and then annually once.