FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
1How long does a laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair take?
These procedures no more than 15 minutes to perform.
2How long does it take to recover from a laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair?
Children are usually discharged the same day, and the wounds heal within a week.
3IS A frenotomy, frenectomy, and lingual frenuloplasty PAINFUL?
It is a procedure that causes minimal pain, and the pain is usually managed with simple analgesia for a few days.
4Does a laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair leave scars?
We use one 5mm incision in the umbilicus, which heals well, and no scars are seen later in life. The stab incision over the hernia site usually heals with no scars.
5Should my child starve before a procedure?
Yes, we follow anaesthetic guidelines. Breastfed infants should fast for 4 hours. For formula or normal feeds, the children must fast for 6 hours. However, clear fluids (water or apple juice) can be given up to 2 hours before the anaesthetic in all instances.
6How long does it take for the sutures to fall off after a circumcision?
In most cases, the stitches will fall off after 2-4 weeks.
7After a laparoscopic operation, how long should I wait before my child can return to school sports?
The wound heals after a week, and they can swim thereafter. It is recommended that you wait 2 weeks before engaging in non-contact sports (running, cycling) and 4 weeks before engaging in contact sports (rugby, soccer, hockey, martial arts).
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