Inguinal Hernioplasty

Why is inguinal hernioplasty done?

It is a surgical procedure done to repair protrusion of soft intestinal tissue through a weakness or tear in the lower abdominal wall, occurring

• Congenitally or with age
• Due to strain and/or other medical conditions.

How is inguinal hernioplasty done?

• A single long incision is made over the hernia and the intestinal contents are pushed back into the abdomen.
• The abdominal wall is reinforced with stitches or a mesh the cover the entire inguinal area and potential hernia openings.
• The patch is secured with sutures, clips or staples.