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What is aftercare like following a femoral hernia repair?
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The mortality rate following an uncomplicated femoral hernia repair is essentially zero. The mortality rate for repair of a strangulated hernia that has necessitated a bowel resection is higher, however, ranging from 5-19%.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoAftercare depends on several factors: the patient's age and general health status; the type of surgery (open or laparoscopic); and the type of anesthesia administered.
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∙ 13y agoMany patients will be able to return to most of their daily activities in a few days, with complete recovery taking about a month in patients without other medical conditions.
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What is icd-9 code for aftercare ventral hernia repair?
V58.49
What is the medical term meaning suture of a defect in a muscular wall such as the repair of a hernia?
Celeoplasty or herniorrhaphy is surgical repair of a hernia.
What is the purpose of inguinal hernia repair?
Inguinal hernia repair is performed to close or mend the weakened abdominal wall of an inquinal hernia.
How much is a hernia operation in the UK privatley?
I am not so sure in UK but here is an estimate, if it is Hernia Repair Epigastric - it could cost at around $1500 - $3500 (http://www.surgerycosts.net/price.php?medical=hernia-repair-epigastric), and if it is Hernia Repair Inguinal it would cost you at around $1500 (http://www.surgerycosts.net/price.php?medical=hernia-repair-inguinal) Good Luck!
What happens during hernia surgery?
It takes about 30 to 50 minutes for a normal abdominal hernia repair. There are a few ways to correct the hernia. One is to push the hernia back into the stomach and repair the weakened tissues.
How much does it cost for a ingunial hernia repair?
For an inguinal hernia repair, it can cost upwards of $25,000. This can vary depending on insurance, the hospital, the doctor and how bad the repair is.
How serious is surgery to repair an abdominal hernia with 5 holes?
I recently had surgery in July to repair an umbilical hernia only to be rushed to the hospital in October to repair 3 additional hernia's (holes). They wouldn't let me leave the hospital without the procedure. I assumed this was serious.
What alternative treatment is there for a hernia?
There are no medical or surgical alternatives to a femoral hernia repair other than watchful waiting. There is some risk that the hernia will enlarge, however, which increases the risk of incarceration or strangulation.
What is the CPT code for an Inguinal hernia repair for an 8 month old male?
Inguinal hernia repair for an 8-month-old male
What is the code for status post Achilles tendon repair?
V58.7- aftercare following surgery not elsewhere classified (NEC). Include other Dx for clarification
What does the medical abbreviation sp hernia repair mean?
sp, usually written s/p, means "status post." It indicates that some procedure was done in the past. So "sp hernia repair" means the patient had a hernia repair in the past.
What is involved in hernia repair surgery?
Hernias occur when a weakness in the wall of the abdomen allows an organ, usually the intestines, to bulge out of place. Hernias may result from a genetic predisposition toward this weakness. They can also be the result of weakening the muscle.
