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How To Rule Out Hernia?
Question: Hi, I have undergone for hernia(mesh) operation in 2009, is there possible to get hernia again in same place and what will happen to the mesh that has been inserted.
Brief Answer:
It depends upon type of mesh used to repair hernia.
Detailed Answer:
Dear XXXXXXX Hi
Good evening.
I can understand your concern.
In addition to early complications of pain, infection the most common late complications include recurrence, adhesion, obstruction or perforation can occur with the use of mesh.
Can you please provide the following details like
1. What was the site of hernia, was it obstructed at the time of surgical repair?
2. What type of mesh was used to repair the hernia?
Awaiting your reply to analyze your condition in a better way to give the suggestions.
Regards.
It depends upon type of mesh used to repair hernia.
Detailed Answer:
Dear XXXXXXX Hi
Good evening.
I can understand your concern.
In addition to early complications of pain, infection the most common late complications include recurrence, adhesion, obstruction or perforation can occur with the use of mesh.
Can you please provide the following details like
1. What was the site of hernia, was it obstructed at the time of surgical repair?
2. What type of mesh was used to repair the hernia?
Awaiting your reply to analyze your condition in a better way to give the suggestions.
Regards.
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