Hernia repair Singapore - Alpine Surgical Practice

When a muscle wall enclosing an internal organ tears or develops a weak spot, a hernia results. As a result, the organ protrudes into other places and pushes through the muscle. Around the hip and chest portions of the abdomen, hernias are frequently found.

The various sorts of hernias that patients could face are as follows. The most prevalent hernia types among Singaporeans are inguinal, epigastric, incisional, hiatal, and umbilical hernias.

What hernia treatments are available in Singapore?

Both open surgery and laparoscopic surgery are options for treating hernias. The abdominal wall is repaired during these procedures, and the organ is repositioned. Depending on the magnitude of the repair, patients are either given general anesthesia or intravenous sedation.

Open surgery is a common technique for hernia repairs. A cut is made in the afflicted area, typically the groin, during this surgery. The abdominal wall is subsequently strengthened with stitches or synthetic mesh, and the hernia is then forced back into its proper position. To prevent a hernia from occurring again, the incision is afterwards stitched up.

A minimally invasive procedure is laparoscopic surgery. A laparoscope, a telescope-like equipment, will be inserted by the surgeon through an incision made at the belly button. Stitches will be used to close any incisions. Compared to open surgery, this method is less unpleasant and requires far less recovery time.