hernioplastia
Hernoplastia, also known as hernioplasty, is a surgical repair of a hernia. The goal is to return protruding tissue to its proper position and reinforce the weakened area of the abdominal wall, usually using a prosthetic mesh to reduce recurrence. The procedure can be performed openly or laparoscopically and is applicable to inguinal, femoral, umbilical, and ventral/incisional hernias.
Indications include symptomatic hernias, hernias at risk of incarceration or strangulation, and elective repair to prevent
Techniques vary by hernia type and approach. Open repairs often place a mesh to cover the defect
Outcomes and recovery: Recurrence rates are generally low with mesh-based repairs. Most patients experience relief of
History and terminology: The term hernioplasty emphasizes reconstruction with mesh; non-mesh repairs are sometimes called herniorrhaphy.