Private Hernia Surgery Near Me
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Private Hernia Surgery in London - Specialist Care Near You
Private hernia surgery requires experience and specialist expertise. The British Hernia Centre specialises in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of hernias.
Based at the Lindo Wing, St Mary’s Hospital, we were established in 1989 as the UK’s first specialist hernia centre. For more than 37 years, our surgeons have focused exclusively on hernia repair, treating many tens of thousands of patients from across the world in that time.
Why Choose a Specialist Hernia Centre?
Many private hospitals offer hernia repair as part of general surgery. At The British Hernia Centre, hernia treatment is our sole focus.
This means:
- Refined surgical techniques
- High procedure volumes
- Experience with complex and recurrent cases
- Published academic research in hernia surgery
Patients often travel from across the UK and internationally to see our dedicated hernia team.
What Is a Hernia?
A hernia occurs when a weak spot forms in the muscle wall of the abdomen. This allows tissue, often intestine or fatty tissue, to push through the defect.
You may notice:
- A lump in the groin
- A swelling near the belly button
- Discomfort when coughing or lifting
Inguinal hernia is the most common type but we also treat femoral hernias, umbilical hernias, incisional hernias and a range of other hernia types.
What Does Hernia Repair Surgery Involve?
All hernia repair surgery involves:
- Pushing the protruding tissue back into position
- Reinforcing the weak area in the abdominal wall
The method used depends on the type of hernia and individual factors.
Local Anaesthetic Hernia Repair
In most suitable cases, our preferred technique is open tension free repair under local anaesthetic. We likely have the largest experience in the UK, if not the world, with this technique. This involves a small incision, returning the bulge and reinforcing the weak spot with mesh. Many patients walk immediately after surgery and return home the same day. Most patients are back to light exercise and normal activities within a week.
Avoiding general anaesthetic can be beneficial for older patients or those with other medical conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Most hernias around the world are repaired by general surgeons as just one of the list of procedures they perform. Hernia is not a subject that has attracted enough interest generally to make it a specialised area. The slow development of modern hernia techniques is a result. We feel that hernia needs specialisation.
See also, why a specialist hernia centre.
The easiest way to compare is to start with these simple questions. For example,
How many tens of thousands of hernia cases has your surgeon and his team performed? (Always ask that question) Is it done routinely under just local anaesthesia? Will you need overnight hospital admission at all? Will you be able to return to work and normal activities in the same amount of time? Are the risks of recurrence anything like the same? Do they have a 100% safety record and ZERO MRSA?
This depends upon a few variables. We repair just about every kind of hernia there is and we see patients who range from the peak of fitness and good health to really elderly and sometimes infirm patients. Some hernias are straight-forward, primary (first time) repairs, others are recurrences of repairs done elsewhere. Some are single, some are double hernias (or even more!) – and so forth. Typically the total costs are surprisingly affordable, but we need to know about the case to give an accurate guide. Try that form on the Contact Us Page. There is one for Abdominal Wall Hernia, another for Hiatus Hernia. That gives us the most important information about your case and we get back to you with our recommendations and a guide of the costs.
Not everything that is excellent is expensive and you may be very pleasantly surprised at how affordable it is.
Most certainly. Hernias need to be seen as early as possible and we would work around the clock to ensure we have no long waiting lists. Depending upon workload, we can see patients within days, commonly within two weeks and rarely more than 3 weeks after contacting us. For appointments, just call us. See the Contact Us page for everything you need.
Hernia surgery is no different to any other walk of life in this regard. If other operations are done better by people who specialise in that work, then hernia is no different. Expert opinion now recognises the importance of specialisation in hernia, not only by the surgeon, but the rest of the team and the unit where the work is done.
Our own results have been improved on because of our experience with so many cases each year. We started off with excellent results, but by doing tens of thousands of hernias, even they were dramatically improved upon. See Value of Specialisation.
Not many of them really do, but if your local hospital really does do the same operation – and by a dedicated, highly expereinced team specialising in hernia who are achieving – and publishing – the same results, you can use either of us. Not all hernia operations are the same, unfortunately, nor are the outcomes, so choose wisely.
The next Question will help you…
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Keyhole Surgery and Laparoscopic Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic hernia repair, often called keyhole surgery, uses small incisions and is performed under general anaesthetic.
In selected cases, such as certain incisional hernias or recurrent repairs, this approach may be appropriate. The most suitable method is discussed during consultation.
Surgery Cost and Consultation
Surgery cost depends on the type of hernia and complexity of treatment. We provide clear information at consultation so you understand your options.
Book Your Consultation
Contact The British Hernia Centre today to:
- Confirm your diagnosis
- Discuss treatment options
- Understand recovery and surgery cost
- Arrange a convenient appointment
If you are looking for private hernia surgery near you in London, our team can arrange prompt assessment and treatment.