Umblical Hernia Treatment in India
About Umblical Hernia
Key Highlights
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Minimally Invasive: Performed through several small incisions instead of one large cut.Reduced Pain & Scarring: Typically results in less post-operative pain and minimal, barely visible scars.Faster Recovery: Patients often return to normal activities and work much quicker than with open surgery.listrongLower Infection Risk:/strong Smaller incisions reduce the chance of wound infection./lilistrongEnhanced Visualization:/strong The laparoscope provides a magnified, high-definition view of the hernia and surrounding anatomy./lilistrongMesh Reinforcement:/strong A synthetic mesh is commonly placed to strengthen the repair and reduce recurrence./li/ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Presence of a painful or tender bulge at the navel.
- Hernia that increases in size over time.
- Incarceration, where the protruding tissue becomes trapped and cannot be pushed back in.
- Strangulation (a surgical emergency), where blood supply to the herniated tissue is cut off.
- Cosmetic concerns due to the visible bulge.
- Hernias in adults, as they rarely close on their own and have a high risk of complications.
- Failure of conservative management in infants after 4-5 years of age.
How to prepare
- Complete a thorough medical evaluation, including blood tests and possibly an imaging study.
- Discuss all current medications (especially blood thinners) with your surgeon; some may need to be paused.
- Refrain from eating or drinking (fast) for 6-8 hours before the surgery as instructed.
- Arrange for someone to drive you home after the procedure and assist you for the first 24 hours.
- Stop smoking, as it can impair healing and increase anesthesia risks.
- Shower with an antibacterial soap the night before or morning of surgery.
Risks & possible complications
- Reaction to anesthesia (e.g., nausea, breathing problems).
- Bleeding or hematoma (collection of blood) at the incision sites.
- Infection of the surgical wound or mesh.
- Injury to nearby abdominal organs, blood vessels, or nerves.
- Recurrence of the hernia.
- Chronic pain or discomfort at the surgical site.
- Seroma (fluid buildup) near the repair site.
- Rare risks include blood clots (deep vein thrombosis) and mesh migration or rejection.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Most patients go home the same day or after a short overnight stay.
- Manage pain with prescribed medications; it should subside significantly within a few days.
- Keep incision sites clean and dry; watch for signs of infection (redness, swelling, discharge).
- Avoid strenuous activities, heavy lifting (more than 10-15 lbs), and vigorous exercise for 4-6 weeks.
- You can typically resume light desk work and daily activities within a week.
- Follow a balanced diet and stay hydrated to prevent constipation and avoid straining.
- Attend all scheduled follow-up appointments with your surgeon to monitor healing.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-1 days
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Expected recovery time:
1-3 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering umblical hernia in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for umblical hernia in India include Gem Hospital Perungudi, Gem Hospital Aminjikarai, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform umblical hernia. MediFyr helps you compare laparoscopic surgeons and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for umblical hernia compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Umblical Hernia in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated laparoscopic surgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing umblical hernia.
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