Patient's question:
The child is three years old and has had a left inguinal hernia for six months. The left inguinal hernia needs to be ligated at a high position. What are the best methods for treating a child's hernia? The child is only three years old and already like this. How should a hernia be treated?Doctor's answer:
"Hiatal hernia" is also known as "inguinal hernia," where abdominal organs protrude through weak points such as the inguinal canal, umbilicus, or scar tissue, forming a lump on the surface. Medically, this is referred to as a "hernia." Since most cases involve the protrusion of the small intestine, it feels soft to the touch and produces a gurgling sound, earning the colloquial names "hiatal hernia" or "inguinal hernia." Hiatal/inguinal hernia is a benign condition that requires surgical "repair" for complete recovery. Therefore, it is essential to undergo surgery before the hernia becomes "incarcerated" to prevent this complication. The surgery can be performed under local anesthesia, laparoscopic surgery, or epidural anesthesia.