Keyhole Femoral Hernia Surgery

Keyhole or laparoscopic Femoral hernia repair

Femoral hernia often present acutely incarcerated with something stuck in them. This may involve bowel which will need to be removed. Because of this open surgery is prefered. There are different ways to approach a femoral hernia, from below or a small incision just above the groin.

However the keyhole, preperitoneal TEPP operation gives great access to the femoral defect which can be closed with mesh.

If you have a femoral hernia that needs an elective or non urgent repair the keyhole or laparoscopic operation is a great choice with a low recurence and complication rate.

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Femoral hernia with incarcerated bowel just below the groin in the very medial part of the thigh as it meets the pubic bone.