Laparoscopy (Minimal Access) or Open Hernia Surgery

A laparotomy is a surgical incision (cut) into the abdominal cavity. This operation is performed to examine the abdominal organs and aid diagnosis of any problems, including abdominal pain. In many cases, the problem – once identified – can be fixed during the laparotomy. In other cases, a second operation is required.

In majority of the cases, a mesh (which acts like an additional support to the body wall) is placed to close the defect.