Hernia repair

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Hernia Repair

Hernia Repair (pronunciation: /ˈhɜːrniə rɪˈpɛər/) is a surgical procedure performed to correct a hernia, a medical condition where an organ or fatty tissue squeezes through a weak spot in a surrounding muscle or connective tissue called fascia.

Etymology

The term 'Hernia' is derived from the Latin word 'hernia', meaning 'rupture', and 'Repair' comes from the Old French 'reparer', which means 'to make ready again'.

Procedure

Hernia repair involves returning the displaced tissues to their proper position. A surgical mesh may be used to support the damaged tissue around the hernia as it heals. There are two main types of hernia repair surgeries: Open Hernia Repair and Laparoscopic Hernia Repair.

Open Hernia Repair

In an open hernia repair, an incision is made in the area of the hernia. The protruding tissue is set back into place and the weakened area is stitched and reinforced with a surgical mesh.

Laparoscopic Hernia Repair

In a laparoscopic hernia repair, several small incisions are made and a laparoscope, a small tube with a camera at the end, is inserted. The surgeon performs the repair guided by the camera feed on a monitor.

Related Terms

  • Hernia: A condition in which part of an organ is displaced and protrudes through the wall of the cavity containing it.
  • Surgical Mesh: A loosely woven sheet which is used as either a permanent or temporary support for organs and other tissues during surgery.
  • Laparoscope: A thin tube with a light and a camera lens at the end, used in minimally invasive surgery to examine the interior of the abdominal or pelvic cavities.

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