Umbilical Hernia Surgeon in Chandigarh
Umbilical Hernia: To operate or not
Emergency Surgery for Umbilical Hernia
If the umbilical hernia is trapped within the abdominal opening, it is a serious medical condition called incarcerated hernia. In this condition the intestine becomes trapped which further can get deprived of blood supply. Once this happens, the intestine can quickly become gangrenous, if emergency surgery is not done. Once it becomes gangrenous, then a surgical removal of the affected intestine is required. The symptoms of a strangulated umbilical hernia are pain in the abdomen, constipation, fever, vomiting and the hernia bulge increases in size and becomes tender to touch.
Causes of Umbilical Hernia
- Ascites or collection of water in the tummy
- Chronic cough or expectoration
- Difficulty in passing urine
- Chronic constipation
- Recurring Vomiting
- Obesity
- Straining during child birth or weight lifting
- Pregnancy especially after twins
Diagnosis of Umbilical Hernia
Management of Uncomplicated Umbilical Hernia
Advantages of laparoscopic surgery over open surgery is avoidance of big incision and thus early recovery of the patient. However, during laparoscopic surgery, one needs to use a special mesh as well tacking instruments and thus cost of surgery goes up. If cost is not an issue then laparoscopic repair of umbilical hernia is preferred. A small pressure dressing will be required over the umbilicus for a few days in laparoscopic surgery to obliterated the empty space under the skin and prevent formation of a seroma.
Dr. Rajeev Kapoor is a Umbilical Hernia Specialist in Chandigarh. He is a highly Experienced Hernia Surgeon and has successfully performed many surgeries in Chandigarh. Book your appointment for consultation. Call at +91-9876-507-444 to get the best treatment for umbilical hernia.
