Hernias

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User

Posted 07 Feb 2019 at 16:26

Hi all

Does anyone know about hernias as a side effect of keyhole prostatectomy. After 4 years I have developed a double hernia and was wondering if this is anything to do with the operation.

Very best

Gary

User

Posted 07 Feb 2019 at 17:40

Yes, it is a known risk. Hope you get it sorted soon.

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User

Posted 07 Feb 2019 at 18:29

Do they always present with a palpable lump

Bri

User

Posted 08 Feb 2019 at 17:10

No. You basically have a split muscle, the aperture in which may be longer or shorter. If shorter, the guts may not protrude, if longer bits may be able to be pushed back, ie, palpable. So, the short answer is, it depends on how bad the tear is.

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