Hernia repair surgery corrects a hernia, which occurs when an organ or tissue pushes through a weak spot in the surrounding muscle wall. Using open or minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques, surgeons reinforce the weakened area, often with surgical mesh, to prevent recurrence and relieve associated discomfort.
Hernia repair is recommended for hernias causing pain or discomfort, hernias that are enlarging over time, or urgently when a hernia becomes trapped or strangulated, as this can be a medical emergency.