Why is it recommended to do hydrocele repair after the age of one?

Patient's question:

Male, 5 months of illness/symptoms: Baby has a large hernia Condition description: Under the condition that it is not incarcerated, why is it recommended to do pediatric hernia surgery after the age of one? My baby's hernia has dropped out very large

Doctor's answer:

Hello, it depends on whether your child's hernia can return to the abdominal cavity on its own. If so, a compression treatment is needed to avoid abdominal pressure. Generally, some children can grow and recover on their own within two years. If not, surgery is required.
Guidance: It is recommended that you first go to the hospital for an examination. Surgery is not recommended for children under two who can be treated conservatively. I hope I can help you.
Your baby is still very young, and it's difficult for me to reach there every day. Then you can now go to the children's hospital for surgical repair and treatment. The abdominal wall of children is relatively weak, and the incidence of hooking is relatively low.