LAPAROSCOPIC HERNIA REPAIRS

Learn more about the laparoscopic hernia repair procedures offered by Dr. Bali.
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Hernias can be classified as internal or external and as abdominal or thoracic. Abdominal wall hernias can occur spontaneously (presumably from congenital defects) or after surgery. When they occur after surgery, they are called incisional hernias, which can range from small defects to extremely large ones.

Laparoscopic Umbilical Hernia Repair
An umbilical hernia is a bulge or pouch that forms in the abdomen. This type of bulge occurs when a section of the intestine pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal muscles, near the belly button. It can develop in young children and adults.

Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Inguinal hernias account for 75% of all abdominal wall hernias, and with a lifetime risk of 27% in men and 3% in women. This happens when tissue protrudes through a weak spot in the abdominal muscle. These types of hernias are most noticeable by their appearance. They cause bulges along the pubic or