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A hernia happens when part of the intestine or tissue pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal wall. At MGR Hospital, Pedawaltair, Dr. M. Ganeswara Rao repairs all types of hernia — by laparoscopy or open surgery — with strong, long-lasting mesh techniques.
A hernia is a bulge that appears when an organ or tissue pushes through a weakened area of muscle. The most common types are inguinal (groin), umbilical (navel) and incisional (through an old surgical scar).
A visible swelling or lump that may come and go, discomfort or a dragging sensation (worse on standing, lifting or coughing), and occasionally pain. Sudden severe pain in a hernia needs urgent attention.
The weakened wall is repaired and reinforced with a mesh, either by keyhole (laparoscopic) surgery or open surgery. Laparoscopic repair offers smaller cuts and a faster recovery for suitable patients; the approach is chosen to fit your hernia.
Most patients go home within 1-2 days. Light activity resumes within a week, with heavier lifting avoided for a few weeks. Mesh repair helps prevent the hernia from returning.
With 25+ years in laparoscopic and general surgery, former Head of General Surgery at King George Hospital and registered with the Andhra Pradesh Medical Council (Reg. No. 5553), Dr. Rao is recognised as one of the best hernia surgeons in Vizag. Read more about the surgeon.
Inguinal (groin), umbilical (navel) and incisional (previous-scar) hernias, by laparoscopic or open surgery with durable mesh, at MGR Hospital, Pedawaltair.
Yes. Mesh reinforcement is a standard, safe technique that lowers the chance of the hernia coming back. Dr. Rao selects the method best suited to your hernia.
A hernia does not heal on its own and can enlarge or rarely become an emergency. Early, planned repair is usually simpler and safer.
Most people return to desk work within about a week and resume heavier activity in 3-4 weeks, depending on the repair.