A laparoscopic hernia repair is a procedure in which a surgeon uses special instruments, small incisions, and, with the aid of a videoscope and television monitors, performs the hernia repair. The surgeon will use a piece of special medical material, called mesh, to reinforce the weakened area of the abdominal wall. This will help prevent the hernia from recurring. A laparoscopic hernia repair may be less painful than an open hernia repair. You can go home the same day.
Most patients return to their normal level of activity within one to two weeks.
As with any surgery, there is a risk of infection, bleeding and damage to surrounding structures. This is rare with laparoscopic hernia repairs. There is no special preparation for this procedure. A nurse will call you the night before your surgery with information on when to come to the hospital and where to register for your surgery. The night before your surgery, do not eat or drink anything after midnight.