Abdominal wall and inguinal hernias are generally defined as intra-abdominal tissues and organs
protruding out of the abdominal cavity through a weak point in the wall
Hernia originates from the groin. If it originates from the navel, it is called an inguinal hernia. If it originates from the umbilicus, it is called an umbilical hernia. If it originates from the incision, that is, the surgery site, it is called incisional hernia. These three types of hernia
are most common. In addition, other types of hernias arising from the abdominal cavity are named according to anatomical regions. For example, stomach hernia (hiatus hernia),
upper middle part of the abdomen hernia (epigastric hernia), etc.
In a hernia, the abdominal wall is pulled open to allow the abdominal organs to come out of the abdomen
Loosening is mandatory in a certain area of the supporting tissues.
These organs that come out of the abdomen form the contents of the hernia. These organs
most commonly are the omentum (tallow) and the small intestine. The content of the hernia may go in and out of the abdomen from time to time.
The prevalence of hernia in the population is between 5-10% on average. It is more common in men
. Continuous lifting of heavy loads, persistent and persistent cough,
straining, constipation, prostate enlargement, pregnancies, surgeries are among the causes of hernia
The most common complaint is a hernia in the groin. is swelling. The swelling increases with coughing, straining,
walking, lifting heavy loads, and disappears with rest. If it does not go in
, it means that the hernia is stuck and urgent intervention may be required.
The internal fat called omentum, small or large intestine may get stuck inside the hernia sac.
As the compression progresses, the blood flow of the compressed organ is impaired and intestinal
obstruction may occur.
Once the hernia is diagnosed, surgery should be performed as soon as possible.
The surgery is performed under local or general anesthesia. It can be applied with . The surgery can be performed open or laparoscopic (closed). Local surgery can only be performed as open surgery when the location of the hernia,
size, and other conditions of the patient are appropriate.
Laparoscopic repairs can be performed quite successfully with much less incision
. General for repair Usually patch
(mesh) is used. Various synthetic and biological meshes are used.
Patchless repairs are rarely performed.
These surgeries generally do not require hospitalization or are discharged the next day.
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