What is an Incisional hernia?

An incisional hernia is a bulge that develops near or through the scar of a previous abdominal surgery. It can appear a few months after surgery, or it may show up many years later. For many patients, the first sign is a swelling near an old surgical cut that becomes more visible while coughing, standing, […]

What is the treatment/repair of Incisional Hernia & period of recovery?

An incisional hernia can be worrying, especially when it appears near the scar of a previous abdominal surgery. Many patients first notice a swelling, bulge, heaviness, or pulling sensation around an old operation site. Some people feel discomfort only while coughing, bending, standing for long hours, lifting weight, or passing stools. Others may not have […]