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What are the treatment options for a Hernia?
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Mr Arul Suthananthan
General Surgeon, Upper GI Surgeon (Abdominal)
Mr Arul Edward Suthananthan is a specialist surgeon in liver transplant, hepato-pancreatico-biliary (HPB) and general surgery. He has expertise in open as well as advanced … View Profile
The only definitive treatment is surgical repair.
Non-surgical Management
• Observation for small, asymptomatic hernias.
• Weight management and smoking cessation.
• Abdominal binders for comfort only.
Surgical Repair
Options include:
• Open repair.
• Laparoscopic repair.
• Robotic-assisted repair.
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