✦ Laparoscopic Ventral / Incisional Hernia Repair

Laparoscopic Ventral / Incisional Hernia Repair

Q: What are the risks of laparoscopic ventral hernia repair?

Risks include seroma formation, mesh-related complications, recurrence (5–10%), bowel injury during adhesiolysis, and persistent abdominal discomfort. Careful technique and appropriate mesh selection minimise these outcomes.

Q: How long does recovery take?

Hospital stay is typically 2–3 days. Light activities resume within a week, and full recovery including heavy lifting is achieved by 4–6 weeks. An abdominal binder is advised during the initial healing phase.

Q: Is laparoscopic repair suitable for large hernias?

Laparoscopic IPOM suits small to moderate defects (under 8–10 cm). Very large or complex hernias with loss of domain may require open repair with component separation for best outcomes.

Q: Will the mesh cause long-term problems?

Modern composite meshes are designed for intra-peritoneal placement and are well-tolerated long-term. Infection, migration, or adhesions are uncommon with modern materials and proper fixation technique.

Ventral and incisional hernias are repaired laparoscopically with intra-peritoneal mesh placement (IPOM) — avoiding large scars and dramatically reducing wound complications.

60–120 min PROCEDURE

2–3 Days HOSPITAL STAY

>95% SUCCESS RATE

2–4 Weeks RECOVERY

What is Laparoscopic Ventral / Incisional Hernia Repair?

Laparoscopic ventral or incisional hernia repair addresses hernias that develop at the site of a previous surgical incision or at weak points in the anterior abdominal wall. Through 3–4 small keyhole ports, the hernia contents are reduced and a specialised dual-layer composite mesh is fixed on the inner surface of the abdominal wall (IPOM technique). Dr. Abhishek performs this at Lux Hospitals, offering patients reduced wound complications, lower infection rates, and a faster return to normal life compared to traditional open repair.

How the Procedure Works

Anaesthesia & Positioning

General anaesthesia is given; patient is positioned supine with arms tucked; abdomen is prepared.

Port Placement

3–4 laparoscopic ports are placed away from the hernia site to allow safe entry and good triangulation.

Adhesiolysis & Reduction

Adhesions are carefully released and hernia contents are reduced back into the abdominal cavity.

Mesh Fixation

A composite dual-layer mesh is introduced, positioned with 5 cm overlap, and fixed with tackers or transfascial sutures.

Closure

Ports are removed under vision, fascia at larger ports is closed, and skin incisions are sutured.

Outcomes

60–120 minDURATION

2–3 DaysHOSPITAL STAY

>95%SUCCESS RATE

Who Needs This Treatment?

→Avoids the large midline incision of open repair
→Significantly lower rates of wound infection and skin breakdown
→Reduced post-operative pain and earlier mobilisation
→Ideal for patients with obesity or prior abdominal surgery
→Shorter hospital stay and faster return to daily activities
→Composite mesh designed to prevent bowel adhesions

Ventral hernia repair has been transformed by laparoscopy — we can now offer patients with complex incisional hernias a safe, durable repair without reopening large scars or risking wound breakdown.

— Dr. Abhishek Katha, Consultant General & Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon, Lux Hospitals, Hyderabad

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

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