Hiatal Hernia Repair Surgery
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Your food goes on an interesting journey when you swallow it. It starts off traveling down your throat through the esophagus. In order to get to your stomach, your esophagus actually passes through a hole in your diaphragm, which is called the hiatus. A hiatal hernia occurs when your stomach manages to push up through this hole. You may or may not notice that you have a hiatal hernia, as symptoms do not always occur. Those who are over the age of 50 or are obese have an increased risk of hiatal hernia. They can also be caused by having a large hiatus, chest or stomach trauma, and even too much pressure on your muscles when you are vomiting, coughing, or straining. If symptoms do occur, they might include:
Burping
Acid reflux
Difficulty swallowing
Unexplained tiredness
A hiatal hernia can sometimes be treated by simply using medications for acid reflux control. If you happen to have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), hiatal hernia repair might be recommended after consulting with a miVIP surgeon. This should help to reduce the symptoms of GERD. Repair surgery can also be recommended if your hiatus starts narrowing or your lungs become inflamed from gastric fluids coming from the hiatus.
How is Hiatal Hernia Repair Surgery Performed?
You may undergo laparoscopic surgery hernia repair if it is needed. Laparoscopic surgery means that only small incisions are made instead of one huge one. For hernia repair, there are usually 3 small incisions that are made. You are placed under general anesthesia so as not to feel anything during the surgery. The incisions are usually made above your belly button, and then a scope is inserted in one while small instruments are inserted in the others. The stomach and lower esophagus are pulled back into their proper places and the hiatus is then tightened. Your stomach is then stitched in the correct place to keep the hernia from reoccurring. If severe acid reflux is something that you suffer from, your surgeon might also wrap a part of your stomach around your esophagus to reduce the acid reflux. This procedure is called fundoplication.
The Surgeons at miVIP
The surgeons at miVIP are very familiar with laparoscopic procedures. They are often used to minimize the invasiveness of a given procedure, and to help the patient recover more quickly. Our surgeons also work with state-of-the-art equipment and technology, and are well trained in their procedures and how to use this equipment. You can expect skilled hands to be taking care of you throughout your entire procedure.
What to Expect after Hiatal Hernia Repair Surgery
In planning for recovery from hiatal hernia repair surgery, you should expect to stay 1-3 days in hospital, and you should be able to return to normal activities and work after 2-3 weeks. Once healed, you should have less symptoms from acid reflux, although you might need to continue taking some of your heartburn medications. More benefits from a laparoscopic procedure include:
Lower risk of bleeding
Less time in the hospital
Lower risk of infection
Less pain post-surgery
Although this procedure often lasts for a long time for many patients, a hiatal hernia can come back over time. If you start experiencing recurring symptoms, you should talk to your physician.
Cost of Hiatal Hernia Repair Surgery
Your hiatal hernia repair might be covered under your insurance policy. If you do not know whether or not this procedure is covered, we at miVIP can work with you and your insurance to verify what is covered. Even if your insurance does not cover a hiatal hernia repair, you may choose from our selection of payment plans to work out the cost of the procedure over a fair length of time.
Long Term Prognosis and Other Information Regarding Hiatal Hernia Repair Surgery
Even after your procedure, be sure to talk to your doctor if you notice your symptoms coming back, as a hiatal hernia can return even after repair surgery is performed. If you would like to schedule a consultation about your acid reflux or hiatal hernia, call us today at 855-496-4847.
4:26
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Your food goes on an interesting journey when you swallow it. It starts off traveling down your throat through the esophagus. In order to get to your stomach, your esophagus actually passes through a hole in your diaphragm, which is called the hiatus. A hiatal hernia occurs when your stomach manages to push up through this hole. You may or may not notice that you have a hiatal hernia, as symptoms do not always occur. Those who are over the age of 50 or are obese have an increased risk of hiatal hernia. They can also be caused by having a large hiatus, chest or stomach trauma, and even too much pressure on your muscles when you are vomiting, coughing, or straining. If symptoms do occur, they might include:
Burping
Acid reflux
Difficulty swallowing
Unexplained tiredness
A hiatal hernia can sometimes be treated by simply using medications for acid reflux control. If you happen to have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), hiatal hernia repair might be recommended after consulting with a miVIP surgeon. This should help to reduce the symptoms of GERD. Repair surgery can also be recommended if your hiatus starts narrowing or your lungs become inflamed from gastric fluids coming from the hiatus.
How is Hiatal Hernia Repair Surgery Performed?
You may undergo laparoscopic surgery hernia repair if it is needed. Laparoscopic surgery means that only small incisions are made instead of one huge one. For hernia repair, there are usually 3 small incisions that are made. You are placed under general anesthesia so as not to feel anything during the surgery. The incisions are usually made above your belly button, and then a scope is inserted in one while small instruments are inserted in the others. The stomach and lower esophagus are pulled back into their proper places and the hiatus is then tightened. Your stomach is then stitched in the correct place to keep the hernia from reoccurring. If severe acid reflux is something that you suffer from, your surgeon might also wrap a part of your stomach around your esophagus to reduce the acid reflux. This procedure is called fundoplication.
The Surgeons at miVIP
The surgeons at miVIP are very familiar with laparoscopic procedures. They are often used to minimize the invasiveness of a given procedure, and to help the patient recover more quickly. Our surgeons also work with state-of-the-art equipment and technology, and are well trained in their procedures and how to use this equipment. You can expect skilled hands to be taking care of you throughout your entire procedure.
What to Expect after Hiatal Hernia Repair Surgery
In planning for recovery from hiatal hernia repair surgery, you should expect to stay 1-3 days in hospital, and you should be able to return to normal activities and work after 2-3 weeks. Once healed, you should have less symptoms from acid reflux, although you might need to continue taking some of your heartburn medications. More benefits from a laparoscopic procedure include:
Lower risk of bleeding
Less time in the hospital
Lower risk of infection
Less pain post-surgery
Although this procedure often lasts for a long time for many patients, a hiatal hernia can come back over time. If you start experiencing recurring symptoms, you should talk to your physician.
Cost of Hiatal Hernia Repair Surgery
Your hiatal hernia repair might be covered under your insurance policy. If you do not know whether or not this procedure is covered, we at miVIP can work with you and your insurance to verify what is covered. Even if your insurance does not cover a hiatal hernia repair, you may choose from our selection of payment plans to work out the cost of the procedure over a fair length of time.
Long Term Prognosis and Other Information Regarding Hiatal Hernia Repair Surgery
Even after your procedure, be sure to talk to your doctor if you notice your symptoms coming back, as a hiatal hernia can return even after repair surgery is performed. If you would like to schedule a consultation about your acid reflux or hiatal hernia, call us today at 855-496-4847.
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