A ventral hernia is a bulge through an opening in the muscles on the abdomen. A hernia can occur at a past incision site (incisional), above the navel (epigastric), or other weak muscle sites (primary abdominal).
COMMON SYMPTOMS ?
- visible bluge on the he abdomen, especially with coughing or straining.
- Pain or pressure at the hernia site.
Treatment Options : -
SURGICAL PROCEDURE
- Open Hernia Repair An incision is made near the site, and the hernia is repaired with mesh or by suturing (sewing) the muscle closed.
- Laparoscopic Hernia Repair The hernia is repaired by mesh or sutures inserted through instruments placed into small incisions in the abdomen.
NON-SURGICAL PROCEDURE
Watchful waiting is an option for adults with hernias that are reducible and not uncomfortable.