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Hernias

A hernia occurs when tissues or organs bulge through a weak point in the wall of the abdomen (belly muscles). Here is information about hernia symptoms and treatment.

Laparoscopic incisional hernia repair

An incisional hernia is a weakness in your abdominal wall, which happens when previous wounds do not heal properly. If left untreated, an incisional hernia can cause serious complications.

A femoral hernia is when a lump develops in the hole in the wall of your abdomen where the femoral artery and vein pass from your abdomen into your leg. Surgery will relieve the hernia and complications that may happen if it is not treated.

Epigastric hernia repair (adult)

An epigastric hernia is where fat pushes out through a weakness in the wall of your abdomen. Surgery can be performed to rectify the condition.

Open incisional hernia repair

If you have an operation on your abdomen which is closed with stitches, but where the wound does not heal properly, the contents of your abdomen may push through, causing a lump called a hernia.

Inguinal hernia

If you have an inguinal hernia, there is a weakness in the muscles at the lower part of your abdomen. Find more about inguinal hernia.

Surgery for large hiatus hernia

A hiatus hernia can cause heartburn or acid in your mouth. Large hernias can cause pain and problems with eating and drinking.

Inguinal hernia repair (child)

An inguinal hernia is a common condition. It is caused by the contents of the abdomen pushing down towards the scrotum or labia. If left untreated, an inguinal hernia can cause serious complications.

Hiatus hernia

A hiatus hernia is where a part of the stomach pushes up through a hole in the diaphragm, which is the muscle that separates the chest from the abdomen.

Paraumbilical and umbilical hernia repair

Paraumbilical and umbilical hernias are lumps caused by the contents of the abdomen pushing the around the belly button (umbilicus). Surgery may be needed to prevent complications from a hernia.

Laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair (TEP)

An inguinal hernia is a common condition caused by a weakness in your abdominal wall, near the inguinal canal. If left untreated, an inguinal hernia can cause serious complications.

Laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair (TAPP)

An inguinal hernia is a common condition caused by a weakness in your abdominal wall, near the inguinal canal. If left untreated, an inguinal hernia can cause serious complications.

Epigastric hernia repair (child)

An epigastric hernia is a common condition caused by a weakness in the abdominal wall between the belly button and sternum.

Open inguinal hernia repair (female)

An inguinal hernia is a lump which appears in the passage where blood vessels pass through your abdominal wall. It can be dangerous because your intestines can have their blood supply cut off.

Groin pain or swelling

Get tips and advice on how to look after yourself if you are experiencing groin pain or swelling, and when to see your doctor.

Open inguinal hernia repair (male)

An inguinal hernia is a common condition caused by a weakness in your abdominal wall, near the inguinal canal. If left untreated, an inguinal hernia can cause serious complications.

Umbilical hernia

An umbilical hernia occurs when the muscles around the belly button are weak or have a gap in them. Find out more about umbilical hernia.

Umbilical hernia repair (child)

An umbilical hernia is caused by a weakness in the layer of muscle of the abdominal wall, just behind the belly button. This can be repaired by surgery.

Abdominal pain in children

Abdominal pain in children has many causes. Most episodes of pain are not serious, but it is important to know when to take your child to the doctor.

Surgery for rectal cancer

Removing the cancer by surgery gives you the best chance of being free of rectal cancer.

Colon resection for colon cancer

Removing the cancer by surgery gives you the best chance of being free of colon cancer.

Reversal of Hartmann's Procedure

Reversal of Hartmann’s procedure will allow you to open your bowels in the normal way. You will no longer need a stoma bag.

Abdominal Surgery for Crohn's disease

Crohn’s disease causes inflammation of your bowel. Surgery is usually recommended if medication fails to improve your symptoms.

Laparoscopic sterilisation

A laparoscopic sterilisation is a permanent method of female contraception. It involves blocking both fallopian tubes to prevent you from becoming pregnant.

Bowel obstruction

Bowel obstruction can cause serious health problems. If you have a bowel obstruction, you will usually need immediate treatment in hospital.

Elective splenectomy

An elective splenectomy is usually recommended for certain problems with your blood and to remove the life-threatening risk of your spleen rupturing.

Laparoscopic radical prostatectomy

Radical prostatectomy gives the best chance of you being free of localised prostate cancer. The operation involves removing your prostate gland. It usually involves removing some or most of the lymph nodes in your pelvic region, which helps your surgeon to decide on any further treatment.

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Search results for: "hernias"

Life stage

Hernias

Laparoscopic incisional hernia repair

Femoral hernia repair

Epigastric hernia repair (adult)

Open incisional hernia repair

Inguinal hernia

Surgery for large hiatus hernia

Inguinal hernia repair (child)

Hiatus hernia

Paraumbilical and umbilical hernia repair

Laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair (TEP)

Laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair (TAPP)

Epigastric hernia repair (child)

Open inguinal hernia repair (female)

Groin pain or swelling

Open inguinal hernia repair (male)

Umbilical hernia

Umbilical hernia repair (child)

Abdominal pain in children

Surgery for rectal cancer

Colon resection for colon cancer

Reversal of Hartmann's Procedure

Abdominal Surgery for Crohn's disease

Laparoscopic sterilisation

Bowel obstruction

Elective splenectomy

Laparoscopic radical prostatectomy

Laparoscopic oophorectomy

Laparoscopic Heller's cardiomyotomy

Laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication

Life stage

Hernias

Laparoscopic incisional hernia repair

Femoral hernia repair

Epigastric hernia repair (adult)

Open incisional hernia repair

Inguinal hernia

Surgery for large hiatus hernia

Inguinal hernia repair (child)

Hiatus hernia

Paraumbilical and umbilical hernia repair

Laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair (TEP)

Laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair (TAPP)

Epigastric hernia repair (child)

Open inguinal hernia repair (female)

Groin pain or swelling

Open inguinal hernia repair (male)

Umbilical hernia

Umbilical hernia repair (child)

Abdominal pain in children

Surgery for rectal cancer

Colon resection for colon cancer

Reversal of Hartmann's Procedure

Abdominal Surgery for Crohn's disease

Laparoscopic sterilisation

Bowel obstruction

Elective splenectomy

Laparoscopic radical prostatectomy

Laparoscopic oophorectomy

Laparoscopic Heller's cardiomyotomy

Laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication

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