Laparoscopic hiatal hernia repair is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat a hiatal hernia (a condition where part of the stomach moves up into the chest through the diaphragm).
Small incisions are made in the abdomen, and the stomach is repositioned into its normal place. The diaphragm opening is tightened, and sometimes an anti-reflux procedure is performed.
🔹 What is a hiatal hernia?
It occurs when the upper part of the stomach pushes through the diaphragm into the chest, often causing acid reflux and heartburn.
🔹 Advantages:
Less pain
Short hospital stay
Faster return to normal diet
Minimal scarring
🔹 Recovery:
Hospital stay usually 1–2 days
Soft diet for a short period
Return to normal activity within 2–3 weeks
🔹 Possible risks:
Difficulty swallowing (temporary)
Bleeding
Infection
Recurrence (rare)