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Without being repaired, hernias can become painful and eventually cause complications. At Murrieta Valley Surgery Associates, with offices in Wildomar, Temecula, Hemet, and Corona, California, the skilled general, vascular, and bariatric surgeons offer hernia repair to correct tissue irregularities and ease your discomfort. Schedule an evaluation by phone or online today.
Hernia Repair Q & A
What is hernia repair?
Hernias typically appear in the groin or abdomen, where organs or tissues push through other tissues. Hernias may look like an abnormal bulge and can become painful when not addressed.
Most of the time, hernias require surgical repair. Hernia repair procedures performed at Murrieta Valley Surgery Associates include:
Shouldice hernia repair
Shouldice hernia repair is an open surgical procedure for inguinal hernias (a hernia in the groin area). Hege Johnsen, MD, FACS, performs the Shouldice procedure at Murrieta Valley Surgery Associates using a surgical mesh to reinforce the weakened tissue.
Laparoscopic hernia repair
Laparoscopic hernia repair is a minimally invasive treatment that uses a small, lighted scope with a camera to complete the surgery with optimal precision and accuracy.
Hiatal hernia repair
A hiatal hernia develops when part of the stomach protrudes into the chest through a hole in the diaphragm, causing reflux. Francis Essien, MD, FACS, performs hiatal hernia repairs at Murrieta Valley Surgery Associates using robotic and laparoscopic techniques.
Is hernia repair right for me?
More than 1 million people in the United States undergo hernia surgery each year.
Most hernias should be repaired to reduce pain and the risk of complications. Your surgeon determines which type of hernia repair you need. They complete a physical exam and review your medical history, medications, and symptoms. Your specialist also examines the site of the hernia.
You might need imaging procedures or other diagnostic tests before your surgeon can personalize a treatment plan.
How can I prepare for hernia repair?
Follow your surgeon’s instructions before your scheduled procedure to experience the best outcome. They may ask you to stop taking specific medications, make arrangements for a ride home, and avoid food and drink the morning of your surgery.
What happens during hernia repair?
Before hernia repair, your specialist numbs and cleans the treatment area. You might receive local, regional, or general anesthesia to avoid pain or help you fall asleep.
Your surgeon makes an incision and repairs tissues, pushing bulging tissues back into place and reinforcing the barrier with mesh, stitches, or other body tissues.
Hernia repair might last 30 minutes or several hours or longer, depending on the complexity of your procedure.
What should I expect afterward?
After hernia repair, you typically go home the same day. It’s crucial to take medications as directed and get plenty of rest. Your recovery might last several weeks.
It’s important to avoid intense exercise and heavy lifting until given the go-ahead from your surgeon, and attend follow-up appointments with the Murrieta Valley Surgery Associates team.
Schedule a consultation at Murrieta Valley Surgery Associates by phone or online today to determine if you’re a candidate for hernia repair.