Ventral Hernia Repair

Ventral hernia repair helps people who have developed a hernia in the abdominal wall. While these hernias are not always immediately bothersome, they can become large and painful over time, and tissue strangulation or restriction can lead to serious problems. At miVIP Surgery Centers, we encourage people to have minimally invasive hernia surgery before complications develop.

Ventral hernias most frequently develop in adults at the location of a previous abdominal surgery, where the abdominal wall is weaker. As abdominal surgeries have become more common, the risk of these hernias has increased. Fortunately, at miVIP Surgery Centers, minimally invasive hernia surgery is performed by expert surgeons and offered on an outpatient basis.

How is the Surgery Performed?

The minimally invasive hernia surgery procedure is fairly uncomplicated:

• Anesthesia is administered.
• A small cut is made over or next to the hernia.
• The surgeon pushes the tissues from the hernia sac back into place.
• The surgeon performs any suturing necessary to repair muscles or other tissue.
• Additional stitches or a wire mesh may be placed to fortify the weak spot.

Ventral hernia repair has a low risk of complications because it is minimally invasive. The expertise of miVIP's surgeons also increases the likelihood of a favorable outcome.

The Surgeons at miVIP

Only the most qualified surgeons are selected to be part of the miVIP team. Many miVIP surgeons are experts who contribute to their fields through research or by pioneering new surgical techniques. This allows miVIP to stay at the forefront of surgical advances while giving our patients safe and reliable results.

What to Expect after the Procedure

Immediately after ventral hernia repair surgery, patients stay in the recovery area for observation. Patients are sent home the same day and can often resume light activities within a day or two. Some patients experience little discomfort, while others take pain medicine for the first few days. Patients must refrain from strenuous activities for a couple of weeks to facilitate healing. Within a month, most patients can resume their full range of activities.

Cost of Procedure

Many people think that the cost of ventral hernia repair will be too high, but insurance may cover a significant portion of the cost. During a consultation, we can give you an appraisal of the total cost that you will need to cover.

It is crucial to check coverage with your health care provider if you are considering minimally invasive hernia surgery. In addition to coverage availability, you will need to learn what your deductible and policy limits are.

Additional Information

Hernia repair surgery is minimally invasive, and in the majority of cases, hernias do not return after the surgery. If you need more information about ventral hernia repair benefits and costs or about the surgical procedure itself, feel free to call miVIP Surgery Centers today at 855-496-4847.