Do I need a specialist for groin hernia operations?
The results of hernia operations are not always satisfactory, although such operations are very common. Studies performed in Germany showed that more than 10% of patients suffered a relapse after a hernia operation, and many suffered pain caused by pinched nerves. The key to success is therefore to choose a surgeon who specializes in hernia operations, and who can select the therapy that matches the patient's individual profile. The risks vary from one patient to another due to the differing physical constitutions of human beings. Less than 0.5% of patients treated using the minimally invasive “sandwich procedure”, for example, suffer a recurrent hernia—a statistic that eloquently demonstrates the importance of choosing the right therapy!
Am I too old for the “sandwich procedure”?
Our physical performance and endurance diminish not only through the natural ageing of the organism, but also as a consequence of heart or metabolic diseases. Selecting appropriate anaesthesia and operating procedures makes it possible to perfectly compensate for the unpleasant consequences of age, however. Thanks to modern surgery, even septuagenarians can be treated without complications and quickly return to their normal lives.
