The decision as to which surgery a person should have for their particular hernia is a complex one based on many factors including the size and location of the hernia and the size, overall health and medical conditions of the patient. Both open and laparoscopic surgery have advantages and disadvantages and there is no single correct surgery for every patient. Discussion with an experienced surgeon regarding your particular hernia and medical condition is an absolute requirement for you to be able to come to an informed decision as to which surgery is the correct one for you.