Herniorraphy

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Herniorraphy (Hernioplasty, Hernia repair) is a surgical procedure for correcting hernia. A hernia is a bulging of internal organs or tissues, which protrude through an abnormal opening in the muscle wall. Hernias can occur in the abdomen, groin, and at the site of a previous surgery.

Herniorraphy is a very common operation and can be performed in a day surgery setting. Almost 700,000 are performed each year in the United States. During the procedure the surgeon pushes the protruding organs or tissue back behind the muscle wall and then repairs the torn muscle with stitches or a piece of mesh held in place with staples.