Laparoscopic (key-hole) inguinal (groin) hernia repair
 
	
		
			
- Less pain
 
- Less scarring
 
- Earlier return to work
 
		 
	 
Open inguinal (groin) hernia repair
 
	
		
			
- Traditional
 
- Unilateral or recurrent hernia
 
- Option of mesh free repair
 
		 
	 
	
		
			
- Epigastric and Umbilical
 
- Incisional and Ventral
 
		 
	 
Laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery
 
	
		
			
- Cholecystectomy (removal of gallbladder)
 
- Appendicectomy (removal of appendix)
 
- Splenectomy (removal of spleen)
 
		 
	 
	
		
			
- Link to Admission FAQs – How do I prepare for my general surgery? Admission FAQ
 
		 
	 
 
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