Hernia is one of the most common surgical conditions in India — affecting men, women and children of all ages. Left untreated, hernias enlarge and risk strangulation, a life-threatening emergency. At Charak Hospital, our laparoscopic surgery team offers safe, effective, minimally invasive hernia repair with rapid recovery and excellent long-term outcomes.
Types of Hernia We Treat
- Inguinal Hernia — groin hernia; most common type, especially in men
- Umbilical Hernia — at or around the navel; common in infants and adults
- Ventral / Incisional Hernia — at a previous surgical scar
- Hiatal Hernia — stomach pushing through diaphragm; causes severe acid reflux
- Femoral Hernia — below the groin; more common in women
- Epigastric Hernia — in the upper abdomen between navel and chest
- Recurrent Hernia — hernia returning after previous repair
- Paediatric Hernia — inguinal and umbilical hernias in children
Laparoscopic Hernia Repair — Our Approach
TEP (Totally Extraperitoneal Repair)
Preferred for inguinal hernias. Three small incisions allow instruments to work in the preperitoneal space without entering the abdominal cavity. A mesh is placed to reinforce the weakened area. Less risk of intra-abdominal injury.
TAPP (TransAbdominal PrePeritoneal Repair)
Enters the abdomen, then repairs the hernia from inside. Preferred when bilateral hernias are present simultaneously or anatomy is complex. Excellent visibility of all hernia types.
IPOM (Intraperitoneal Onlay Mesh) for Ventral/Incisional Hernia
For abdominal wall hernias. Composite mesh placed inside the abdominal cavity. Can repair large defects without the need for a long incision.
Benefits of Laparoscopic Hernia Repair
- 3 small incisions (5–10 mm)
- Less post-operative pain
- Same-day or 1-night discharge
- Return to work in 3–5 days
- Lower recurrence rate with mesh repair
- Bilateral hernias fixed in one operation
- Superior for obese patients
- No large scar
When is Hernia a Medical Emergency?
Go to emergency immediately if your hernia becomes suddenly painful, hard, and cannot be pushed back in — especially if accompanied by nausea, vomiting, or fever. This may indicate strangulation (loss of blood supply to the trapped contents), which requires urgent surgery.
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