Hernia surgery is one of the most common surgical procedures at Sf-cliniken. The procedure is performed by a specialist in general surgery with extensive experience and advanced techniques for hernia treatment. The surgeries are conducted as day procedures, either under local anesthesia or general anesthesia.
A hernia forms when the abdominal contents, such as the small intestine, covered by the peritoneum, push through the inguinal canal into the subcutaneous layer. A hernia typically appears as an outward bulge. Hernias are most common in the groin area or the front of the abdomen around the navel.
Inguinal hernias are the most common type of hernia. They can occur at any age but become more frequent with age. Inguinal hernias are primarily a male condition, with 95% of cases occurring in men. A hernia will not heal on its own, and surgery is required if it causes discomfort.
An inguinal hernia appears as a soft lump in one or both groins, as hernias can sometimes occur on both sides. The lump usually disappears when resting. While hernias do not always cause pain, they often cause minor discomfort during activities such as movement. Severe pain in the hernia area is a reason to seek medical attention immediately.
During surgery, a 7 cm incision is made in the groin, through which the surgeon opens the inguinal canal and pushes the hernia sac back into the abdominal cavity. A mesh is placed over the tear or opening to reinforce the abdominal wall and prevent a new hernia from forming. After the procedure, our staff will monitor your condition briefly before you are discharged. Recovery is quick, and extended sick leave is typically not necessary.
An umbilical hernia occurs when part of the intestine or peritoneum pushes through the abdominal muscles to the front, beneath the skin around the navel. Central obesity and pregnancies in women increase the risk of umbilical hernias.
An umbilical hernia may cause mild pain and a feeling of stretching. Other symptoms include abdominal pain and vomiting. Severe pain in the hernia area is a reason to seek medical attention immediately.
At Sf-cliniken, umbilical hernia surgery is performed as a day surgery under local anesthesia. During the procedure, an incision is made at the site of the bulge, and the surgeon pushes the hernia sac back into the abdominal cavity and closes the hernia opening. The edges of the peritoneum are sutured together. This surgery is suitable for small hernias. For larger umbilical hernias, a mesh is placed over the hernia opening to reinforce the abdominal wall and prevent a recurrence. After the procedure, our staff will monitor your condition briefly before you are discharged. Recovery is quick, and extended sick leave is typically not necessary.
An incisional hernia forms in a previous surgical scar, where an incision was made through the skin and muscle layers of the abdomen. A surgical scar is never as strong as the original abdominal wall. Over time, a hernia can develop in the scar of a previous abdominal surgery.
Incisional hernias are not usually dangerous but can be uncomfortable. Surgery to repair an incisional hernia is performed under general anesthesia.
Before the surgery, you will need to attend an examination and preoperative visit with our surgeon. During this visit, the procedure will be scheduled, and you will receive detailed instructions on how to prepare for the surgery and what to do afterward.
You can easily book an appointment through our online booking system or by calling our customer service.