{"id":2349,"date":"2024-12-11T09:55:00","date_gmt":"2024-12-11T08:55:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drfreitas.at\/abdominal-wall-hernias\/"},"modified":"2025-06-26T13:12:30","modified_gmt":"2025-06-26T11:12:30","slug":"abdominal-wall-hernias","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.drfreitas.at\/en\/abdominal-wall-hernias\/","title":{"rendered":"Abdominal wall hernias"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-lbo5bi4d-9d270073eed1d12961c34130460c2889\">\n.avia-section.av-lbo5bi4d-9d270073eed1d12961c34130460c2889{\nbackground-repeat:no-repeat;\nbackground-image:url(https:\/\/www.drfreitas.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/dr-alexis-freitas-bauchwandbrueche-scaled.jpg);\nbackground-position:50% 50%;\nbackground-attachment:scroll;\n}\n.avia-section.av-lbo5bi4d-9d270073eed1d12961c34130460c2889 .av-section-color-overlay{\nopacity:0.5;\nbackground-color:#fcfcfc;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div id='av_section_1'  class='avia-section av-lbo5bi4d-9d270073eed1d12961c34130460c2889 main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_one_full  avia-builder-el-first  avia-full-stretch avia-bg-style-scroll av-section-color-overlay-active av-minimum-height av-minimum-height-50 av-height-50  container_wrap fullsize'  data-section-bg-repeat='stretch' data-av_minimum_height_pc='50' data-av_min_height_opt='50'><div class=\"av-section-color-overlay-wrap\"><div class=\"av-section-color-overlay\"><\/div><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><main  role=\"main\" itemprop=\"mainContentOfPage\"  class='template-page content  av-content-full alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-2349'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<div  class='flex_column av-9vox8-4cf4b4d9e1bfbffc221b3a4845f5ad0d av_one_full  avia-builder-el-1  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  first flex_column_div  '     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lbo5awwl-b83d3217b060f33bd0259751276c5698 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h1 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #545454;\">Abdominal wall hernias: inguinal hernia, umbilical hernia, incisional hernia<\/span><\/h1>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/main><!-- close content main element --><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id='after_section_1'  class='main_color av_default_container_wrap container_wrap fullsize'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-full alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-2349'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<div  class='flex_column av-jw5rw-5f088351ea1cd014d1b9e6001a8dde8d av_one_full  avia-builder-el-3  el_after_av_section  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  first flex_column_div  '     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-lbkt9t8z-7159cc6cadc250b2f69f3297efc6873a '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2 data-start=\"367\" data-end=\"442\">Safe and Effective Treatment of Abdominal Wall Hernias: Inguinal, Incisional &amp; Umbilical Hernias<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"762\">Abdominal wall hernias are among the most common surgical conditions. They occur when there is a weakness or defect in the abdominal muscles, allowing the peritoneum\u2014and sometimes parts of the intestines\u2014to protrude through. Depending on the location, they are classified as <strong data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"724\">inguinal<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"740\">umbilical <\/strong> or <strong data-start=\"746\" data-end=\"761\">incisional hernias<\/strong>.  <\/p>\n<p data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"1002\">While hernias may initially cause little or no discomfort, they can lead to serious complications, such as intestinal strangulation. For this reason, surgical treatment is often recommended. <\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1009\" data-end=\"1073\">Inguinal Hernia \u2013 common but treatable<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1387\">An <strong data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1095\">inguinal hernia<\/strong> typically presents as a noticeable bulge in the groin area, often accompanied by a dragging or aching pain\u2014especially when coughing, laughing, or during physical activity. The hernia is caused by a weakness in the inguinal canal, through which tissue \u2014 or in some cases, loops of intestine \u2014can protrude. <\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1410\">Why surgery?<\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1641\">Without treatment, there is a risk of <strong data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1506\">intestinal entrapment,<\/strong> which is a medical emergency and can be life-threatening. Therefore, surgical repair ist <strong data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1640\">generally recommended<\/strong> in adults.  <\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1683\">How is an inguinal hernia repaired?<\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"2033\">Minimally invasive surgery (e.g., TAPP or TEP technique) is now considered the gold standard. A mesh is inserted through three small incisions near the navel to reinforce the abdominal wall. In certain cases \u2014such as previous surgeries or advanced age \u2014 an open Lichtenstein repair may be more appropriate.  <\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2035\" data-end=\"2066\">Inguinal hernia surgery \u2013 at a glance<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Duration: Approx. 30\u201360 minutes<\/li>\n<li>Hospital stay: usually one night<\/li>\n<li>Aftercare: no heavy lifting (&gt; 5kg) for 4 weeks, full activity after 6 weeks<\/li>\n<li>Sutures: cosmetic, self-dissolving, no removal needed<\/li>\n<li>Follow-up: about 3 weeks post-op at the clinic<\/li>\n<li>Diet: high-fiber foods and adequate hydration<\/li>\n<li>Coughing after surgery: support the abdominal wall gently with a flat hand<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"2465\" data-end=\"2532\">Umbilical hernia \u2013 often harmless, but not always<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2534\" data-end=\"2901\">An <strong data-start=\"2538\" data-end=\"2552\">umbilical hernia<\/strong> occurs at the natural weak spot of the navel\u2014either due to incomplete closure after birth or from abdominal strain in adulthood. Small, asymptomatic hernias may not require surgery. However, if the hernia increases in size, causes discomfort, or shows visible bulging, surgical repair is advised.  <\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"2903\" data-end=\"2938\">Umbilical hernia surgery \u2013 what to expect<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Duration of surgery: approx. 15\u201360 minutes\n<\/li>\n<li>Hospital stay: outpatient or one night in hospital<\/li>\n<li>Small hernias (&lt;2 cm): closed with direct sutures if the abdominal wall is stable\n<\/li>\n<li>Larger hernias or weakened abdominal wall: mesh is placed to reinforce the area<\/li>\n<li>Aftercare: no heavy lifting (&gt; 5kg) for 4 weeks, full activity after 6 weeks<\/li>\n<li>Follow-up: about 3 weeks post-op at the clinic<\/li>\n<li>Diet: high-fiber foods and adequate hydration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3230\" data-end=\"3375\">For all umbilical hernia repairs, we use <strong data-start=\"3277\" data-end=\"3316\">aesthetic, self-dissolving sutures<\/strong> to ensure minimal scarring and the best possible cosmetic result.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3382\" data-end=\"3446\">Incisional hernia \u2013 a late complication after previous surgery<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3448\" data-end=\"3685\">An <strong data-start=\"3452\" data-end=\"3467\">incisional hernia<\/strong> (also known as scar hernia) occurs at the site of a previous surgical incision, where the abdominal wall may have weakened. It may present as a small bulge or a larger defect, depending on its size and location. <\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3687\" data-end=\"3861\">As with all hernias, there&#8217;s a risk of bowel entrapment, which is why <strong data-start=\"3775\" data-end=\"3809\">surgical repair<\/strong> is typically recommended \u2014 usually involving the placement of a mesh for reinforcement. <\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"3863\" data-end=\"3905\">Incisional hernia surgery \u2013 key Information<\/h4>\n<p>Minimally invasive or open surgery depending on findings<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Duration of surgery: approx. 30\u2013120 minutes<\/li>\n<li>Technique: depends on size and location of the hernia defect<\/li>\n<li>Minimally invasive or open surgery depending on findings<\/li>\n<li>Hospital stay: one to several days, depending on the procedure<\/li>\n<li>Small hernias (&lt;2 cm): closed with direct sutures if the abdominal wall is stable\n<\/li>\n<li>Larger hernias or weakened abdominal wall: mesh is placed to reinforce the area<\/li>\n<li>Aftercare: no heavy lifting (&gt; 5kg) for 4 weeks, full activity after 6 weeks<\/li>\n<li>Follow-up: about 3 weeks post-op at the clinic<\/li>\n<li>Diet: high-fiber foods and adequate hydration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"4223\" data-end=\"4252\">How is a hernia diagnosed?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4254\" data-end=\"4462\">The diagnosis of Diagnose von <strong data-start=\"4271\" data-end=\"4316\">inguinal, umbilical, or incisional hernias <\/strong> is usually clinical\u2014by physical examination. An <strong data-start=\"4391\" data-end=\"4418\">ultrasound <\/strong>may be used to provide additional insight if needed. <\/p>\n<h2>Your abdominal wall \u2013 in expert hands<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4505\" data-end=\"4709\">Whether you\u2019re dealing with an <strong data-start=\"4508\" data-end=\"4524\">inguinal,<\/strong> <strong data-start=\"4526\" data-end=\"4540\">umbilical<\/strong> or <strong data-start=\"4546\" data-end=\"4561\">incisional hernia<\/strong> my practice offers personalized, thorough consultation and tailored treatment plans. I take the time to fully inform you about:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Surgical techniques<\/li>\n<li>Procedure &amp; aftercare<\/li>\n<li>Risks &amp; alternatives<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4786\" data-end=\"4891\">You\u2019ll be supported personally throughout the entire treatment process \u2014 from diagnosis to full recovery.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4893\" data-end=\"4969\">Schedule your appointment now \u2013 I look forward to addressing your questions and concerns.<\/p>\n<p style=\"background: white; margin: 0cm 0cm .0001pt 35.4pt;\">\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":5,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-2349","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Abdominal wall hernias - Dr. Alexis Freitas<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Hernia surgery explained: procedures, recovery, and personalized care for safe and effective treatment of abdominal wall hernias. 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