Hernia result from a hole or defect in the layers of abdominal wall, through which the peritoneum protrudes, forming the sac.
This is the commonest type of hernia resulting from a hole or defect in the muscles of inguinal region, through which the peritoneum protrudes, forming the sac.
The hernia can be repaired by either conventional or laparoscopic methods. Inguinal Herniorrhaphy is one of the most common operations that general surgeons perform.
We can Imagine a bathtub. When we put the rubber stopper at the outlet and fill it with water, the water pressure pushes the stopper in place and keeps it fixed there.
The hernia is protrusion of the body contents through the weakness in the muscle. It is logical that something coming from inside is best dealt from inside. Also this way one does not cut and weaken the already weak muscle at the hernia site.
The most common risks associated with a laparoscopy are bleeding, infection, and damage to organs in your abdomen. However, these are rare occurrences.
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There is two types of laparoscopic Hernia repair: (1) The Transabdominal Preperitoneal repair (TAPP) (2) The Totally extraperitoneal (TEP) repair
The mesh used is the same as the one used for open operations over last 30 years. Its safety and efficacy is beyond doubt as proved by the numerous trials all over the world.
The cost of laparoscopic equipment and instrument that is used to fix the mesh inside increases the cost of surgery. Unfortunately these are still imported and will remain expensive till they are locally produced.
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