A hernia is characterized by the projection of an organ or tissue through an opening or weakness in the muscular wall. According to Dr. Douglas Shun Yokoi, general surgeon specializing in videolaparoscopic surgery at Hospital São Vicente, the condition can cause a visible bulge or a sensation of pressure or pain in the area.
Complications and treatment
According to the specialist, to avoid complications such as strangulation of the hernia, which can cause serious cases such as necrosis of viscera and tissues and even death, requiring emergency surgery, medical follow-up with a specialist is essential. The surgical procedure is recommended to offer more comfort and well-being to the patient, thus achieving a better quality of life.
“Treatment depends on the type, severity of symptoms and medical evaluation. In some cases, the doctor may take an approach of watchful waiting and monitoring over time. Surgery is often recommended when the hernia causes significant pain or discomfort, when there is a risk of strangulation or when it already affects the patient’s quality of life”, explains the specialist.
Types of hernia
Medical monitoring begins by identifying the type of hernia. Among the most common are:
- Inguinal hernia: occurs in the groin;
- Umbilical hernia: occurs in the navel;
- Hiatal hernia: occurs at the opening of the diaphragm and can affect the esophagus and may be associated with gastroesophageal reflux disease;
- Incisional hernia: occurs in a previous surgical incision;
- Femoral hernia: occurs in the upper part of the thigh, close to the groin.
Causes
The causes of the disease are diverse and can be aggravated by predisposing factors. “Hernias can occur due to a variety of factors, including congenital muscle weakness, aging, traumatic injuries, collagen diseases, overexertion, pregnancy, lifting heavy objects, chronic constipation, chronic cough, obesity or previous abdominal surgery,” he continues. Shun.
When necessary, surgery is performed to reposition the organ or tissue in the appropriate location and to reinforce the affected muscle wall. “This can be done through different surgical techniques, with sutures, placement of a prosthesis (hernia mesh) or minimally invasive approaches (videolaparoscopy or robotic surgery). The type of surgery depends on the location and type of hernia”, concludes Shun.
A hernia is characterized by the projection of an organ or tissue through an opening or weakness in the muscular wall. According to Dr. Douglas Shun Yokoi, general surgeon specializing in videolaparoscopic surgery at Hospital São Vicente, the condition can cause a visible bulge or a sensation of pressure or pain in the area.
Complications and treatment
According to the specialist, to avoid complications such as strangulation of the hernia, which can cause serious cases such as necrosis of viscera and tissues and even death, requiring emergency surgery, medical follow-up with a specialist is essential. The surgical procedure is recommended to offer more comfort and well-being to the patient, thus achieving a better quality of life.
“Treatment depends on the type, severity of symptoms and medical evaluation. In some cases, the doctor may take an approach of watchful waiting and monitoring over time. Surgery is often recommended when the hernia causes significant pain or discomfort, when there is a risk of strangulation or when it already affects the patient’s quality of life”, explains the specialist.
Types of hernia
Medical monitoring begins by identifying the type of hernia. Among the most common are:
- Inguinal hernia: occurs in the groin;
- Umbilical hernia: occurs in the navel;
- Hiatal hernia: occurs at the opening of the diaphragm and can affect the esophagus and may be associated with gastroesophageal reflux disease;
- Incisional hernia: occurs in a previous surgical incision;
- Femoral hernia: occurs in the upper part of the thigh, close to the groin.
Causes
The causes of the disease are diverse and can be aggravated by predisposing factors. “Hernias can occur due to a variety of factors, including congenital muscle weakness, aging, traumatic injuries, collagen diseases, overexertion, pregnancy, lifting heavy objects, chronic constipation, chronic cough, obesity or previous abdominal surgery,” he continues. Shun.
When necessary, surgery is performed to reposition the organ or tissue in the appropriate location and to reinforce the affected muscle wall. “This can be done through different surgical techniques, with sutures, placement of a prosthesis (hernia mesh) or minimally invasive approaches (videolaparoscopy or robotic surgery). The type of surgery depends on the location and type of hernia”, concludes Shun.
