Endoscopic hernia repair is applicable to all types of abdominal wall hernia and not restricted to groin hernia only.
Fixation of the repair mesh was achieved, until recently, using titanium helical screws between staples. In Australia and for the last 12 months the use of bio-tissue glue has been introduced to minimize tissue damage associated with the use of helical screws or staples. The use of biological glue has been revolutionary and the cost is covered by the health fund.
Another innovation is the introduction of dissolving screws for the same reason mentioned above. The screws will dissolve in 6 weeks when the mesh has been integrated with tissues.
For 15 years surgeons used flat mesh for repair which often did not mould with the shape of the hernia space. Now there is available three dimensional (3-D) mesh the shape of the hernia space with the advantage of fitting well without creases or wrinkles.
ABOUT OUR HERNIA CLINIC
The Hernia Centre is still the leading keyhole hernia specialist and the most preferred by peak Australian sports organizations and work place injury centres, reflecting the quality of patient management and good outcome, particularly for elite athletes and injured workers.
Surgery is carried out by experienced highly qualified surgeon with good track records.
We achieve high success in early return to work and normal activity with the vast majority of patients.
Proven very low complication rate if compared with reported medical literature.
Post-operative care is second to none.
Dr Nabeel Ibrahim
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