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Can Inguinal Hernia Be Termed As A Hereditary Disease?

Post author By Varanasi Hospital
Post date November 5, 2018

A hernia happens to be a swollen lump which is a result of weak abdominal or groin muscle. In fact, it can even be a tear in muscle tissues, which can result in a bulging of the intestines or fat tissues through the weak area, on setting a hernia.

As observed by the laparoscopic hernia surgeon team at Varanasi Hospital, hernias can be of different types, depending on their characteristics, position, and symptoms. However, many a time, it is debated whether or not inguinal hernias can be hereditary, which means can it occur due to a genetic influence or not. let’s understand that in details.

An inguinal hernia can be located in our inguinal canal. In case of a man, their inguinal canal passageways are more sensitive. Hence, groin hernia is common in men.

However, the question is- if you are supposedly having this painful experience, is there any chance of the same happening to your son in the future as well? A hernia can happen due to strain and stress on weak muscles, but is it genetical? Some types of hernias can be congenital.

It means that a person can be born with that due to the abdominal wall weakness. However, most of the time, it is acquired due to everyday activities. Normally when people lift something heavy or work in an awkward position such as bending forward, standing for too long or stressing on their lower abdomen, it makes them susceptible to having a hernia in the future. Moreover, a prior lower abdominal surgery or injury uplifts the chance pretty high as well.

In several cases, it has been found that a family line comprises of genetic makeup that leads to weaker muscle build-up. As a result, it is not uncommon to find consecutive generation to have an inguinal hernia. Thus, it looks as if a hernia is hereditary, but actually, it is due to poor lifestyle choices.

Therefore, it can be concluded that hernias are not genetical but the weak muscular tissues can be!It can also be stated that the genes which are involved in the connective muscle development, are the main reasons behind such ‘inherited’ a hernia. Making healthier lifestyle is even more crucial for such generation to rule out its possibility in the future.

Those who come for Laparoscopic Hernia Surgery for groin hernias are often asked about their family medical history for this very same reason. Hence, you are suggested not to hide anything from the doctors before going for a hernia operation.

Always remember, our efforts to stay fit is a crucial factor that determines our overall health and many a time, can mitigate even many genetic conditions.

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Experience the difference with Laparoscopic Surgery Hospital in Varanasi

Post author By Varanasi Hospital
Post date October 22, 2018

With the growth of medical advancement in India, healthcare sector is on a boom. Most of the hospitals are now equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure, latest machines for health examination and experienced doctors and surgeons. One of the most popular addition to the healthcare industry has been Laparoscopic Surgery Hospital, a revolutionary surgery where patients undergo a radically different approach to overcome issues such as gallstones, hernia, etc.

What makes Laparoscopic Surgery Hospital different from others?

Laparoscopic surgery means lesser complication, better results and faster recovery. The brilliance of this medical aid allows surgeon to make a small incision in the patient’s body and then perform the whole surgeon with the aid of advanced medical equipment and a camera. Presence of camera makes it easier for the surgeon to get a clear insight of the patient’s body, whereas advanced medical equipment makes it easier to reach spots that are otherwise very difficult to tamper.

An alternative to laparoscopic surgery is open surgery. Open surgery involves making a big cut on the patient’s body, followed by performing a series complex operation. The impact of this surgery on patient is that there is huge blood loss. Post-surgery, the recovery also takes a long time as the wound takes time to heal.

Where can one find the best Laparoscopic Surgery Hospital in Varanasi?

Varanasi Hospital is one of the most renowned hospitals for laparoscopic surgery in Varanasi. The healthcare unit is well equipped with latest medical aids and experienced laparoscopic surgeons. As a matter of fact, Varanasi Hospital is a well-known centre for medical attention in Uttar Pradesh, India. Over the years, issues such gallstones, gallbladder surgery, hernia repair, etc., have been handled via laparoscopic surgery. There have been cases where patients have undergone the surgery and left the hospital after recovering within 5 days.

It is important to evolve with time. A technology that is considered to be the latest today will be termed as obsolete tomorrow. Since time immemorial open surgery has been the core of surgeries, but as medical science is evolving, latest technology is replacing the older ones. There have also been instances where robots are being programmed to execute Laparoscopic surgery. However, the project is still in development phase and awaits confirmation from the Government of India.

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These 4 Facts About Laparoscopic Hernia Operation Will Blow Your Mind

Post author By Varanasi Hospital
Post date October 5, 2018

Laparoscopic Hernia Operation has become popular among patients as well as surgeon across the world. The concept of minimal invasive surgery combined with accurate results is nothing short of a medical miracle. Patients wish to undergo this surgery because it saves them time and offers better results, whereas surgeons get an added advantage of a camera that offers a clear view of the patient’s body. Here are 4 facts about Laparoscopic Hernia Operation that will blow your mind!

#Fact1 – Quick Recovery

In Varanasi alone, patients who have undergo laparoscopic operation have an average stay period of 5-6 days. As compared to open surgery, it is almost 30% of the time that patients spend while recovering in hospital.

#Fact2 – Better Results

Since this surgery is performed with the help of a camera, it becomes easier for the surgeon to locate the areas that needs to be fixed. Issues such as problem of visibility, etc., are absent in case of laparoscopic hernia operation. Getting a clear insight of the patient’s body allows the surgeon to locate the area where mesh needs to be put on. Once the mesh is put up, the surgeon is once again able to verify the stich closely.

#Fact3 – Cheaper

A concern for most patients is the budget of the operation. Though many patients say that Laparoscopic surgery is expensive than open surgery, we should also look into the complete perspective of the situation. An open surgery requires more time for recovery, this means that patients would be spending more on bed rent, medication and doctor fees. But in case of Laparoscopic surgery the time for recovery is short. This means that they stay period in hospital is less, the expense on medication is also less and overall the expense gets automatically reduced.

#Fact4 – Less invasive

It is obvious that minimum invasion will result in faster recovery. Also, minimal invasion leaves lesser space for surgery marks. Meet any person who has undergone laparoscopic surgery and you’ll see that their surgery mark is barely visible in the body. However, in case of open surgery there are big surgery marks on the body which look bad.

Thus, we found that Laparoscopic Hernia Operation is not only based on medical advancement but is also cheaper on the pockets of the patients. For more information on this surgery, get in touch with us.

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Busting 4 Common Myths About Laparoscopic Hernia Operation

Post author By Varanasi Hospital
Post date September 10, 2018

With the advent of digitization in the world of healthcare, many surgical processes have become advanced. Laparoscopic Hernia Operation is one such area. However, with time various myths have come into picture which has made people skeptical about laparoscopic hernia repair. So, without any further delay, let’s separate the prevailing myths from facts.

#Myth 1 – It is not safe

The very first myth that is common among people is that laparoscopic surgeries are not safe. The matter of fact is that if something is not safe, then how come it has been offering impressive results worldwide. Today, most of the advanced countries across the world are using a Laparoscopic approach where the invasion is minimal, and patients heal up to 150% faster as compared to open surgery. The surgery offers prime safety with respect to its approach as surgeons get a clear insight into the patient’s body with the help of a camera.

#Myth 2 – The mesh may shift

We all know that there is a mesh placed in the torn area so that the cavity is restricted in its original area. However, many believe that when a mesh is placed through a laparoscopic approach, it tends to move away from its original place. The allegation is nothing less than a rumor. May it is an open surgery or a laparoscopic surgery, the method of placing a mesh remains the same. Hence, do not get distracted when someone claims that the mesh shifts from its original position.

#Myth 3 – It is Expensive

Take into account, the cost of open surgery, the number of days that you need to spend in the hospital for recovery and the number of medicines that you need to take for the incision to heal. Through Laparoscopic Hernia Operation, the duration of the surgery is small, patients have been discharged from the hospital within 3-4 days from the day of operation and since the process is minimally invasive, the wound heals faster. The process is not only easier on health, but also is lighter on the pocket.

#Myth 4 – It is painful

Laparoscopic surgery involves minimum pain to the patient. It is one of the core reasons why more patients are happy to choose the laparoscopic route. Ask any patient who has undergone this form of surgery and their experience will always indicate the comfortable side.

Thus, we find that Laparoscopic Hernia Operation is a safe and reliable option for patients who are looking forward to overcoming hernia with minimum hassles.

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Prevalance of Laparoscopic surgery in India

Post author By Varanasi Hospital
Post date July 26, 2018

Treatment through diet and medication has been a common practice in India for ages. Often people mistakenly assume surgery to be a new thing in the realm of healthcare. However, it is just an understatement, especially for us. In India, the surgical cure has been a remedy since the age of Sushrut. Today, we witness an extreme revolution of surgery, i.e the laparoscopic surgery. Let’s understand why it is becoming so prevalent these days.

The laparoscopic surgery, unlike the open surgery, is carried out through a few minor incisions made near the site of the damage. Needless to say, it has fewer surgical and post-surgical complications. At first, when the laparoscopic surgery made its entrance, many orthodox institutes shared their concern over it. Even though its viability is yet to be established in several specialties, its statistics speak for itself, within this short duration of 4-5 decades.

Statistically, it has been found that most of the leading healthcare providers are offering laparoscopic surgery to as high as 80-90 percent of the patients. It is predominantly true for surgeries operated int he abdominal region. Moreover, procedures like colectomy, gastrectomy, rectal resection, solid organ surgery are exclusively being carried out through this advanced surgical method.

The statistics are overwhelming particularly in case of the obesity surgery. As obesity surgery itself is a quite modern surgical approach to resolve obesity, approximate 99 percent of the cases are executed laparoscopically. In fact, the open surgery is done only for the high-risk patients.

This state-of-the-art technology overcomes multiple drawbacks that are associated with traditional, open surgery. It is becoming the preferred surgical approach for both patients and the doctors. In fact, the reason for not operation through a laparoscopic approach is due to the medical institute’s own shortcoming. These factors often include insufficient knowledge or training, lack of resources, ignorance, not acknowledging the learning curve etc.

Even though the open surgery technique has an immense contribution towards our healthcare till date, we are particularly thankful for the laparoscopic surgical approach. Clearly, it is the present and the future of surgery of medical treatment.

At Varanasi Hospital, we offer and recommend laparoscopic surgery for many surgical departments. Even though we do offer open surgery for the high-risk cases, we do recommend the laparoscopic surgery procedure to most of our patients.

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All about Hernia in a nutshell- part 1

Post author By Varanasi Hospital
Post date July 18, 2018

Hernia is a common medical condition that can be seen becoming more and more prevalent these days. Statistically, it is most prevalent in males, but it also can be seen in women, particularly after childbirth. Hernia certainly requires a surgery to resolve it permanently. It is always better to get a laparoscopic hernia surgery as compared to an open surgery. Here we will list out some of the most questions about hernia, along with their factual answers.

What is a hernia?

Hernia occurs when an organ or a tissue pushes through a weak spot and holds it in the place.

How many types of hernia are in there?

Commonly there are four types of hernia- Inguinal, Hiatal, umbilical and Incisional.

Who are prone to have hernia?

Hernia can happen to anyone, but mostly seen in the-

People involving in routine heavy lifting, including those who workout heavily and blue collar workers.

People who are suffering from persistent constipation or diarrhea.

People who are overweight or obese.

People who had previous abdominal surgery.

People who are suffering from consistent sneezing and coughing.

People who had a previous abdominal injury.

People who lead a sedentary lifestyle, involving excessive smoking, malnutrition etc.

Women who had cesarian delivery in the past.

What are the symptoms of hernia?

The common symptoms of hernia is a bulge that protrudes from either the abdomen, chest or groin. You will most certainly feel it when you are bending over, standing or coughing. It can also be accompanied by pain, discomfort and burning sensation in the affected area.

In kids, it’s prominently visible when they are crying.

How can a hernia be diagnosed?

A hernia can be diagnosed through physical examination by the doctor, as coughing makes the hernia bulge more visible. In some cases, an endoscopy or ultrasound scan is required to be certain.

What is the treatment of hernia?

Hernia can be managed by medications only for the time being, but a surgery is the best option to resolve this once for all. Surgery make sure hernia doesn’t recur in the future. Moreover, a laparoscopic hernia surgery ensures a speedy recovery as compared to an open surgery.

How to prevent hernia?

Hernia can be prevented if taken some careful measures like:

Avoiding heavy lifting routinely

Consulting a doctor if coughing becomes persistent

Quitting bad habits like smoking

Maintaining a healthy and normal body weight.

It’s crucial to identify the symptoms of hernia. If it’s not treated, it will certainly not dissolve on its own. An untreated hernia can create many complications later. A surgery is most required to resolve this medical condition. Seek help, if the symptoms become prominent or persistent.

We will be back soon with a few more aspects regarding the hernia surgery. Stay healthy and fit!

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5 Different Types Of Hernia addressed at Varanasi Hospital

Post author By Varanasi Hospital
Post date June 13, 2018

A hernia occurs when an organ or fatty tissue squeezes through a weak spot in a surrounding muscle or connective tissue called fascia. If any sign of this shows up, it is highly recommended to get a hernia surgery.

There are 5 types of hernia. The most common types of hernia are inguinal, sportsmans, femoral, incisional, and umbilical.

Inguinal Hernia

Inguinal hernias are located in the lower abdomen just above the leg crease, near or adjacent to the pubic area. They can sometimes show up on both sides of the pubic area, and if they do, they are called bilateral inguinal hernias. Inguinal hernias, along with femoral hernias make up the 2 types of groin hernias and can produce pain that extends into the upper thigh or scrotum. Inguinal hernias can be classified as “direct” or “indirect”.

At least 4 of every 10 patients looking for hernia surgery at Varanasi Hospital suffers from this type of hernia.

Sportsman’s Hernia

This is a condition of chronic exercise-related supra-inguinal groin pain. Generally, it involves a direct inguinal hernia. Symptoms are the pain in the groin without any detectable swelling in the groin or any other explanation for the pain. Before choosing surgery for a sportsman’s hernia, all non-operative possibilities should be attempted, including sufficient relief and rehabilitation of the most tender structures and muscles.

Femoral Hernia

This along with inguinal hernias are groin hernias. They are much more common in women but can occur in men too. These hernias appear just below the groin crease. A weakness in the lower groin allows an intestinal sac to drop into the femoral canal, a space near the femoral vein that carries blood from the leg. These hernias are more prone than inguinal hernias to develop incarceration or strangulation as an early sign. Therefore, once these hernias are diagnosed, timely hernia surgery is very strongly advised before such complications occur.

Incisional Hernia

This one appears in the abdomen at the site of a previous surgery is known as an incisional hernia. These hernias can appear weeks, months, or even years after surgery and can vary in size from small to very large and complex. If you think you have an incisional hernia, it is important to see your doctor because it may widen and become extremely difficult to repair.

Umbilical Hernia

Happens near the belly button or navel, which has a natural weakness from the blood vessels of the umbilical cord. These hernias may occur in infants at or just after birth and may resolve by three or four years of age. However, the area of weakness can persist throughout life and can occur in men, women, and children at any time. In adults, umbilical hernias will not resolve on its own and may progressively worsen over time, making hernia surgery inevitable.

These are the most common types of hernias addressed by the experts at Varanasi Hospital. It is always recommended to get a hernia surgery if any of this occurs.

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Sports Hernia – A Brief Introduction

Post author By Varanasi Hospital
Post date May 28, 2018

A sports hernia is a painful, soft tissue injury that occurs in the groin area. It most often occurs during sports that require sudden changes of direction or intense twisting movements. An untreated sports hernia may lead to a traditional, abdominal hernia in future. It can be cured by laparoscopic hernia operation for complete recovery.

A sports hernia is a strain or tear of any soft tissue in the lower abdomen or groin area. The soft tissues most frequently affected by sports hernia are the oblique muscles in the lower abdomen. Especially vulnerable are the tendons that attach the oblique muscles to the pubic bone. In many cases of sports hernia, the tendons that attach the thigh muscles to the pubic bone are also stretched or torn.

The cause of this mainly related to sports activities that involve planting the feet and twisting with maximum exertion can cause a tear in the soft tissue of the lower abdomen or groin. Can occur mainly in vigorous sports such as ice hockey, soccer, wrestling, and football.

A sports hernia does not cause a visible bulge in the groin, like the more common, inguinal hernia does. Over time, this may lead to an inguinal hernia, and abdominal organs may press against the weakened soft tissues to form a visible bulge. Without treatment, this injury can result in chronic, disabling pain that prevents you from resuming sports activities.

The best solution to sports hernia is to get a Laparoscopic hernia operation. A laparoscopic repair requires several small incisions instead of a single larger cut. While open surgery is also done in this case. However, this requires large incisions and that means a long time to get recovered from the surgery scars. A sportsperson can’t afford to wait long for their recovery. That is why laparoscopic hernia operation is a must for sports people. It not only leaves you with smaller incisions, also it leaves you almost scarless. Recovery time will be much lesser as well.

Most likely a patient can return to light activity after 1 to 2 weeks. Strenuous exercise should wait until after 4 weeks of recovery. Studies have found that people have less pain after laparoscopic hernia repair than after open hernia surgery. The chance of a hernia coming back after laparoscopic surgery is really satisfactory, because it rarely comes back. However, in case of open surgery, it can come back.

To find out more about the comparison between open versus laparoscopic surgery click here: http://www.varanasihospital.com/2017/06/13/hernia-surgery-recovery-open-vs-laparoscopic-approach/

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Can A Hernia Reoccur After It Is Repaired?

Post author By Varanasi Hospital
Post date April 3, 2018

Yes, there is a possibility of a hernia recurrence. A hernia can affect both men and women of any age including children. A hernia is a situation when a bulge comes out into the layers below the skin most commonly seen in the abdomen or the groin region. Although a hernia can be treated with a surgery, the biggest complication remains even after the surgery. Yes, a hernia can return after it is repaired and it is called a ‘recurrent’ a hernia. It can happen to every surgeon. Recurrent hernias are formed after the successful surgery of a primary hernia. It can happen at any point in time, maybe within few days or weeks after the first surgery or after many years. Although a patient cannot affect the risk of developing a first-time hernia, however, certain precautions can be taken to minimize the chance of developing a recurrent hernia.

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Let Us Get To Know Some Common Facts About A Hernia

Post author By Varanasi Hospital
Post date March 14, 2018

We have learned about the most common types of a hernia here: What Are The Most Common Types Of A Hernia?

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