Women and Men from Vancouver and all across B.C. choose False Healthcare Centre because of board-certified surgeons Dr. Charles Scudamore, Dr. Gregory Polyakov and Dr. Donald Cooke. Our team of General surgeons has years of experience and excellence in performing hernia repair surgeries.
Hernia repair is one of the most common surgical procedures performed and is designed to treat a hernia: the protrusion of organs or tissue through an abnormal opening in the body. Most hernias occur when a piece of intestine slips through a weakness in the abdominal wall, but can also develop around the naval, in the groin, or anywhere you may have had a surgical incision. Your doctor may recommend either Open hernia repair surgery or a laparoscopic method.
What to Expect
For open hernia repair surgery, an incision is made in the groin area. If the hernia is bulging out of the abdominal wall, the bulge is pushed back into place and the weak spot is repaired by sewing the edges of healthy muscle tissue together. Patches of synthetic material may also be sewn over the weakened area in the abdominal wall in order to reduce the tension on the weakened abdominal wall and reduce the risk a hernia will recur.
During laparoscopic hernia repair a small incision is made in or just below the belly button. The abdomen is then inflated with carbon dioxide to separate the abdominal organs so the surgeon can see the organs and the inside of the abdominal cavity more clearly in order to avoid injuring them. Your surgeon then inserts a laparoscope through the incision to provide video of the hernia. and a mesh patch is affixed behind the abdominal muscle wall.
How to Prepare
In preparation for your procedure be required to avoid eating the night before your surgery. Your doctor may also advise you to temporarily stop taking certain medications and supplements that may increase your risk of bleeding.
Next Steps
If you are ready to discuss your surgery needs with our board certified surgeons, request a consultation today. During your consultation your patient care coordinator will discuss:
- Your medical history
- Pre and post-operative care
- Potential risks and complications
24 Comments
Could you advise me on the cost of a hernia repair surgery-thank you
I was wondering how much a hernia repair would be and how many months would I have to wait???
I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW THE COST AND WAIT TIME TO HAVE A SMALL HERNIA OPERATION, LOCAL SURGEON SAYS 3-4 MONTHS?
I have an inguinal hernia, 2-3 inches in visible length when it protrudes. I have known of it for a little more than two years, and while it has not usually bothered me, for the past 10 days it has been noticeably sore all the time, which prevents any activity more strenuous than walking. What is the approximate cost of a repair and how soon could it be done. I live in Kelowna and will be in Vancouver at some point next week. Thank you for your assistance.
I am wondering what your wait time is for an abdominal hernia repair and what it would cost. I am traveling in three months and need to get it done before then.
Thanks
I have been diagnosed a Femoral Hernia in August.
I do not even have a date yet.
I would like to know the cost of the surgical procedure at your Clinic.The surgeon has told me it would be an open cut and general ansthetic,possibly going home the same day if there are not complications,like bleeding or infection,etc.
Thank you for your reply,
Rosa
I have been waiting for a surgical hernia repair for seven months? I need to have a mesh replaced. I now need regular surgery as it is the size of a watermellon. Paid disability from work to just sit with my life on hold. What would be the approx. cost, recovery time and how soon could I have this done.
The cost of a groin Hernia repair and the estimated wait time to have it done.
is hernia easliy curable?
Two things need to be determined: size of the actual hernia and how
many?
Hernias can range from small and minimal to larger ones with multiple
hernias within one area.
The smaller the hernia the easier to reduce successfully.
I am also wondering the cost of an Abdominal Hernia repair. And also, the estimated wait time to have it done at this clinic. If anyone can answer either of these, please advise! Much appreciated.