I think I have an inguinal hernia,
now what?

The video to the right shows Dr. Reinhorn performing and talking through the advanced open preperitoneal repair.

This type of repair combines the advantage of both open and laparoscopic hernia repairs. Mesh is placed in the preperitoneal space, in the same space as a laparoscopic repair. This is done under direct visualization through a small incision in the groin, which often times allows for the repair to be done under local anesthesia with sedation rather than general anesthesia. By placing the hernia mesh under the abdominal muscles, this hernia surgery reduces the risk of problems after surgery, when compared to other approaches.

Patients that undergo this type of repair have less immediate postoperative pain compared to other types of hernia repair. Over half of our patients only require over the counter pain medication after surgery. Check out the video to learn more and watch Dr. Reinhorn perform the advanced open preperitoneal inguinal hernia repair.