Umbilical Hernia Surgery

Repair of a hernia at the navel

Umbilical hernia surgery repairs a hernia at the navel to close the defect and relieve symptoms. It is planned after the hernia has been assessed and repair is indicated.

• The bulge at the navel and any pain or discomfort are examined
• The size of the defect influences the discussion about repair
• Skin change or tenderness is noted before an operation is booked

Closing the umbilical defect

The aim is to close the opening that lets abdominal tissue push forward at the navel. The reason for repair and the expected recovery are explained before you decide.

• The defect is closed so the bulge is corrected
• Extra support is discussed only if your hernia needs it
• The plan is adjusted if the surrounding tissues are weak or scarred

Recovery after umbilical repair

Follow-up reviews the navel as it heals and the symptoms that brought you for repair. Heavy effort waits until you are advised that it is reasonable.

• The wound and the contour of the navel are checked
• Discomfort and swelling are expected topics at review
• You are told what should prompt an earlier return

Umbilical hernia repair at Estecenter in Şişli, Istanbul, aims to close the defect and ease the symptoms it causes.