Lateral Hernia Repair Procedures

Patients undergoing orthopedic or spinal surgery, especially through an abdominal approach, have an increased risk of nerve injury and herniation to the abdominal wall musculature. When this occurs, it is called a lateral hernia.

Typically with a lateral hernia, a patient experiences . Sometimes one side of the abdomen gets stretched out and bulges, and the belly button is no longer in the midline.

Hernia repair of this type involves complete strengthening of the abdominal wall. The functional musculature is connected together with a soft mesh that returns core strength and reverses the stretching of the abdominal wall.

What are my options for lateral hernia repair?

The best lateral hernia repair for you will depend on the exact nature of your hernia. Repair of this type of hernia involves complete strengthening of the abdominal wall by the top hernia specialists. The functional musculature is connected together with a soft mesh that returns core strength and reverses the stretching of the abdominal wall.

Find out about your lateral hernia surgery options today

If you have a lateral hernia, don’t wait. Have it repaired on your own schedule, in our comfortable surgical facilities at Hernia Center Los Angeles. You don’t want to let it turn into an emergency situation.