What is this procedure?
This is to fix any weakness in your tissue that may be causing you
discomfort or pain,or a lump poking through the skin.
Why would you need the operation (indication)?
Like other hernias, you may experience discomfort or pain, or you can
see a lump.
What symptoms would you experience with this problem?
As above.
How do you know for sure that you have the condition therefore you
need this operation?
Depending on the hernia, after your surgeon examine you, you may
require an ultrasound or a CT scan to confirm this.
What scar will you have and what does the procedure involve?
Depending on where and how big the hernia is, the scar will either be
over the hernia or if it was done keyhole then the scars will be where the
keyhole cuts wil be.
What anaesthetic will I have and do I have a choice?
You usually need a general anaesthetic for this.
What are the possible complications and what are the chances that they
occur?
Similar to other other hernia repairs. Keep in mind that the bigger the
hernia, the more likely that it may come back after the operation.
Should I not be doing certain things after the operation?
Like all hernia repairs, you should not do any heavy lifting.