Inguinal Hernia Repair - Recovery

Recovery 

Inguinal hernia repair

Contents

1. Overview
2. How it's performed
3. Recovery

You should be able to go home on the day of, or the day after, your operation. Get an adult to take you home in a car or taxi and follow any instructions you're given by the hospital.

After the operation, your groin will feel sore and uncomfortable. You'll be given painkillers to help relieve this discomfort.

Inguinal Hernia Repair - How It Is Performed

How it is performed

-Inguinal hernia repair

Contents

1. Overview
2. How it's performed
3. Recovery

An inguinal hernia repair can be carried out as either open surgery or laparoscopic (or keyhole) surgery.

The hospital will send you instructions about when you need to stop eating and drinking before the operation.

The operation usually takes about 30 to 45 minutes to complete and you'll usually be able to go home on the same day. 

Some people stay in hospital overnight if they have other medical problems or live on their own.

Inguinal Hernia Repair - Overview

Overview

-Inguinal hernia repair

Contents

1. Overview
2. How it's performed
3. Recovery

A hernia occurs when an internal part of the body pushes through a weakness in the muscle or surrounding tissue wall.

Your muscles are usually strong and tight enough to keep your intestines and organs in place, but a hernia can develop if there are any weak spots.