Patient's question:
My child is 5 years old. He was diagnosed with infantile hernia shortly after birth. However, because he was too young for surgery, the doctor said to wait until the child is a bit older to perform the surgery. Just two days ago, he had surgery at the hospital. I would like to ask why the hernia surgery requires three holes?Doctor's answer:
The situation you mentioned should be treated with a minimally invasive surgery performed through laparoscopy. Laparoscopic surgery causes less physical damage to the body and can effectively prevent postoperative adhesions and other issues. In infants and young children, the recurrence of hernia is often due to congenital underdevelopment of abdominal growth and development. After the surgery, there are also things to pay attention to, such as avoiding strenuous exercise and preventing excessive crying to avoid triggering the hernia. Moreover, patients should develop a regular lifestyle, adhere to treatment, maintain a light diet, and engage in aerobic exercise to enhance their immunity and reduce the risk of illness.