We provide a three year guarantee . This is a procedure which has been developed in the USA and pioneered in the UK at University College London Hospitals NHS Trust. A small cut is made directly over the site of the lump in the groin and shaped pieces of fine, sterile mesh are inserted. These remain inside the body permanently to 'reinforce' the weakened area. The wound is then closed.
Recovery is usually rapid.
The operation is usually carried out under general anaesthetic. However, if a local anaesthetic is preferred, the area to be operated on can be made completely numb for the entire duration of the operation. The UCH Hernia Clinic recommends a general anaesthetic. Few people now experience any nausea or sickness following this type of anaesthesia. However, the UCH Hernia Clinic is more than happy to offer a local anaesthetic service if it is the preferred option.