Managing complex hernias in Jacksonville, Florida presents unique challenges due to higher complication and recurrence rates. These factors, including age, obesity, cancer, infections, or prior surgeries, contribute to the complexity of these cases:

• Multiple Recurrence: These hernias reappear despite previous repairs, diminishing chances for successful outcomes with each recurrence.
• Complex Hernias: Basic hernias become complex when repeated closure attempts fail, demanding specialized attention.
• Large Hernias: Left untreated, hernias can expand, causing digestive discomfort and measuring 10 cm or more in size.
• Prosthetic Mesh Infection: Surgical mesh, commonly used in repairs, can lead to infections, necessitating advanced surgical interventions.
• Parastomal Hernia: Common in colostomy patients, this occurs when intestines protrude near the abdominal stoma, requiring targeted management.
• Enterocutaneous Fistula: An abnormal connection forms between the stomach or intestines and the skin, often following bowel surgery.

Achieving optimal outcomes for complex hernias requires a multidisciplinary approach. Our Jacksonville specialists collaborate to mitigate risk factors before, during, and after surgery, reducing the likelihood of recurrence and postoperative complications.

Hernia repair addresses the displacement of internal organs through weakened muscle or tissue. Typically manifesting in the abdomen or groin, hernias become complex when previous repairs fail or infection ensues. Causes of complex hernias include:

• Aging
• Elevated abdominal pressure post-surgery
• Chronic diarrhea or constipation history
• Obesity
• Smoking
• Persistent coughing, sneezing, or COPD
• Inadequate initial hernia repair
• Heavy lifting

Addressing these factors is crucial for successful hernia management in Jacksonville, Florida, ensuring effective treatment and reduced risk of complications.

• Abdominal pain
• Constipation
• Previous hernia repair
• Vomiting
• Redness, pain or hardness of the hernia

Abdominal reconstruction may be necessary for individuals with a history of repaired hernias or abdominal trauma. Additionally, those experiencing large hernias leading to abdominal deformity may require this procedure. While not typically life-threatening, these conditions can significantly impact quality of life, causing discomfort and impairment. Surgery is often the only effective means of resolution for these issues.

Abdominal reconstruction procedures typically involve repositioning abdominal muscles and fascia while incorporating mesh for reinforcement. Our adept specialists excel in executing these techniques using either open or minimally invasive approaches.

The duration of these procedures can vary, ranging from two hours to four hours or longer, contingent upon factors such as age, medical history, hernia size, and any prior surgical complications. Post-surgery, a hospital stay of at least one night may be necessary. Here are the surgical options available:

• Robotic Surgery: Employing minimally invasive methods, these procedures minimize scarring and pain. Surgeons utilize a computer console to guide instruments inserted through small incisions.
• Laparoscopic Surgery: Another minimally invasive approach, where a camera and instruments are introduced through small incisions. This technique offers advantages such as accelerated recovery and reduced complications.
• Open Surgery: In cases of complexity or challenging access, traditional open surgery may be required to address hernias.