Hernia Clinic

Inguinal hernias occur when soft tissue — usually part of the intestine — protrudes through a weak point or tear in the lower abdominal wall. The resulting bulge can be painful, especially when coughing, bending over or lifting heavy objects.

Not necessarily dangerous in themselves, inguinal hernias can lead to life-threatening complications. For this reason, doctors recommend surgical repair of an inguinal hernia that's painful or becoming larger.

Today's hernia surgery isn't the same as in the past— with a large abdominal incision, a long hospital stay and weeks of immobility. Instead, many inguinal hernias can now be successfully repaired with a technique that uses several small incisions, or even a small single hole, leading to a faster, less painful recovery.

The Hernia Clinic at Hong Kong Adventist Hospital is dedicated to providing professional medical services to patients, with the support of advanced facilities and experienced surgeons.