Hernia Surgery
What is a Hernia?
A hernia is a hole or defect in the muscle or tissue that normally holds organs in place. A helpful way to think about it is to imagine a tire with a hole in it. If the inner tube inside the tire starts bulging out through the hole, that’s similar to how a hernia forms.
The hernia itself is like the hole in the tire—an opening in the muscle or tissue. The hernia sac is like the inner tube bulging through the hole. The hernia contents are the organs or fat that push into the hernia sac. If important structures, like intestines, get trapped, they can become pinched at the level of the muscle, leading to serious problems.
Hernias don’t go away on their own, and while some may not cause problems at first, they can become larger and more dangerous over time.
types of hernias
Inguinal hernia
The most common type, occurring in the groin. More common in men.
Umbilical hernia
Found around the belly button, often in infants or adults with previous pregnancies or weight gain.
Hiatal hernia
Happens inside the body when part of the stomach pushes through the diaphragm into the chest, leading to acid reflux and heartburn.
Incisional hernia
Develops at the site of a previous surgery. When an incision heals with a weak spot, tissue can push through, creating a hernia.
hernia Risks
Incarceration – When the hernia contents, such as intestines, get stuck inside the hernia and cannot be pushed back in. This can cause pain, block digestion, and increase the risk of further complications.
Strangulation – When the blood supply to the hernia contents is cut off. This can lead to tissue death and requires emergency surgery. Strangulation affects the trapped organs inside the hernia.
Dr. Peery's Advice
“If you have a hernia you need to get it checked out. Waiting on treatment can take a bad situation and make it far worse. There are life threatening conditions that can result from avoiding treatment. The way we repair a hernia is through robotic surgery. The level of treatment is based on the severity of the patient and contion. Let’s talk and get you back to feeling your best.”
-Dr. Peery
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