Groin Hernia

Groin hernia (inguinal and/or femoral) are again a relatively common complaint. As always, it is important that your surgeon listens to your symptoms and takes time to examine the region in detail. This is particularly important for groin hernia given that it is a relatively complicated area of the human body. Good outcomes via a minimally invasive surgical approach can be achieved if operating for the right reasons. Namely, if the hernia is obvious on examination and your symptoms correlate with the hernia, then you can be relatively confident of a good outcome. There are many other causes for groin pain other than a hernia however, so it is important that you keep an open mind when having your symptoms investigated. Associate Professor Gundara will explore these issues with you and work toward a positive outcome. If surgery is indicated he will discuss the tailored approach based on a minimally invasive surgical strategy where appropriate.