Strangulated Hernia Treatment at Southlake General Surgery

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Strangulated Hernia Treatment at Southlake
General Surgery

• SOUTHLAKE GENERAL SURGERY, tEXAS

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overview
A strangulated hernia is a perilous ailment.
Fatty tissue or a part of the small intestines
pushes through a debilitated space of the
abdominal muscle. The nearby muscle then locks
down all over the tissue, blocking the blood
circulation to the small intestine. This sort of
strangulation of the small intestines can prompt
intestinal damage, gangrene (passing), or shock
of the distending tissue, which can prompt
demise.
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How to identify the symptoms of a strangulated
hernia?

• In contrast to various sorts of hernias, a
  strangulated hernia causes various serious
  indications. Several individuals have noticeable
  lumps in their abdomen or crotch area, which is
  an obvious sign of a hernia. Other symptoms might
  include
• constipation, unable to pass gas, nausea, and
  vomiting
• inflammation around the hernia
• sudden acute pain that gets worse
• blood in stools
• darkening or redness of the skin over the hernia
• fatigue, or increased heart rate
• fever

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Difference between strangulated hernia and
incarcerated hernia

• An incarcerated hernia happens when herniated
  tissue gets stuck and can only be moved once
  again into the right spot with significant
  effort. An incarcerated hernia can also prompt a
  bowel blockage or strangulation a
  life-threatening condition. This states, a
  strangulated hernia can't cause an incarcerated
  hernia.
• But an individual can have a strangulated hernia
  from an incarcerated hernia. A strangulated
  hernia should be treated immediately by medical
  experts. However, incarcerated hernias are not
  dangerous for life.

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Causes of strangulated hernia

• Strangulated hernias may be available upon birth
  however, they can develop at any age throughout
  life. When the tissue in the abdomen debilities
  you are more likely to have a strangulated hernia
  prompting potential sections where tissue folds
  can fall through the muscle tissue.
• The risk factor that may cause strangulated
  hernia include
• prior abdominal surgery such as C-section
  delivery that can debilitate the stomach wall
• stressing during bowel movements
• pregnancy
• chronic coughing
• strenuous activity

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When to consult a doctor?

• A strangulated hernia is a medical emergency, and
  it is treated immediately. Your doctor examines
  your medical condition and performs surgery. Your
  doctor will diagnose the health condition in the
  emergency room due to a medical emergency. The
  doctor may prescribe for X-ray or ultrasound to
  examine the hernias size and look for bowel
  obstruction.
• It is always recommended to consult your doctor
  if you notice any type of hernia and dont until
  you notice any symptoms.

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Treatment of a strangulated hernia

• Hernia surgery is the lone treatment of a
  strangulated hernia for any individual. Hernia
  surgery should be performed as early as possible
  to avoid further complications or tissue damage.
• Strangulated hernia surgery can be performed in
  two ways Laparoscopic hernia surgery or Open
  surgery. In this process, the doctor starts by
  reducing the hernia by tender pressure to the
  hernia to release the stuck tissue to its
  original place in the abdomen.
• Thereafter, the surgeon examines the condition if
  required damaged tissue will be removed. The
  surgeon will fix the hernia and strengthen the
  hernia site with mesh to forestall recurrence or
  other complexities. The doctor will use local or
  general anesthesia based on the type of surgery
  prescribed for the patient.
• The doctor recommends open hernia surgery for
  strangulated hernias. Based on the patients
  medical condition and medical history, the doctor
  will recommend the type of surgical procedure to
  repair the hernia.

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Recovery after hernia surgery

• Recovery time after hernia surgery is based on
  the surgical procedure and medical condition of
  the patient. The patient heals faster with less
  blood loss, less scars, minimal invasion, and the
  patient can discharge within 24 hours after the
  laparoscopic surgery. Open Surgery takes a little
  longer to heal after the surgery and the patient
  needs to stay in the hospital for a couple of
  days.
• The doctor recommends avoiding any physical
  activities such as lifting heavy weights and
  extensive workouts for few weeks after the
  surgery for a speedy recovery. However, the
  patient can resume their routine activities in a
  week or two.

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What are the complications that might happen
without treatment?

• The complications could be severe if an
  individual doesnt receive treatment for
  strangulated hernia. Strangulated tissue or fold
  can block the blood circulation to the small
  intestines. This can prompt gangrenous in a
  couple of hours consequently the tissue dies and
  releases toxins in the blood. It further prompts
  sepsis and possible demise.

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Takeaway

• With proper treatment, an individual can avoid
  the complication and it is good to receive the
  strangulated treatment at the earliest.
• Anyone can forestall a strangulated hernia by
  recognizing the symptoms and seeking medical
  advice on time. It will reduce the risk of hernia
  becoming strangulated. In case you notice your
  symptoms are getting worse immediately seek
  medical help or call your local medical services.

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