During laparoscopic inguinal-femoral hernia repair,
the hernia sac is repaired or pushed back into the abdominal cavity. This procedure
is performed with a minimally invasive method that utilizes a laparoscope (a
small video camera) and small instruments inserted through small incisions.
Also
Known As:
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Hernia repair
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Laparoscopic
surgery
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Hernia
surgery
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Laparoscopic
inguinal-femoral herniorrhaphy
Conditions
Treated with Laparoscopic Inguinal-Femoral Hernia Repair:
Laparoscopic inguinal-femoral hernia repair is
performed to treat an inguinal-femoral hernia.
There are no comparable non-surgical alternatives to
laparoscopic inguinal-femoral hernia repair. An open laparoscopic
inguinal-femoral hernia repair is a surgical alternative.
Anesthesia
with Laparoscopic Inguinal-Femoral Hernia Repair:
Laparoscopic inguinal-femoral hernia repair may be
performed with local anesthesia. It can also be performed under general
anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep and completely unaware
during the procedure.
Potential
Complications from Laparoscopic Inguinal-Femoral Hernia Repair:
Possible risks following laparoscopic
inguinal-femoral hernia repair include infection, bleeding and a negative
reaction to the anesthesia.
Prognosis
after Laparoscopic Inguinal-Femoral Hernia Repair:
The prognosis for a positive end result following
laparoscopic inguinal-femoral hernia repair is very good.
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