Day theatre procedureAbout this service
Recurrent hernia repair is day-theatre surgery to fix a hernia that has reappeared after an earlier repair, and it is available in Windhoek at Eastgate Clinic. A hernia can recur when the original repair weakens or the tissue around it stretches again, causing a bulge or discomfort to return in the same area. Because the tissue has already been operated on once, recurrent repairs are approached carefully, often reinforcing the area for a more durable result.
The surgery takes place in our on-site day theatre under general or regional anaesthesia. Your doctor will examine you and discuss the best repair technique for your particular hernia.
What to expect
- A physical examination to confirm the hernia has recurred and assess its size
- General or regional anaesthesia, depending on your health and the hernia's location
- Surgery time varies with complexity but is generally under two hours
- Some swelling, bruising, and tenderness at the site is normal during recovery
- Your doctor will advise on activity limits and follow-up to check healing
Who is it for?
You may be advised to have this if you are dealing with:
- A bulge returning in the same place as a previous hernia repair
- Discomfort or aching at an old hernia repair site
- A lump that appears or worsens with straining, lifting, or coughing
- Swelling near a scar from earlier hernia surgery
- Concern that a repaired hernia has failed and come back
Frequently asked questions
How much does recurrent hernia repair cost in Windhoek?
Cost depends on your medical aid and the complexity of the repair, so please contact Eastgate Clinic for a quote. We accept both medical aid and private patients.
Do I need a referral for recurrent hernia surgery?
You can be assessed by our GP team directly, and a referral will be arranged if a specialist surgeon's input is needed.
Is recurrent hernia repair painful?
You are under anaesthesia during the surgery itself, so you will not feel pain at the time. Some soreness during recovery is normal and your doctor will advise on pain relief.
For referring doctors
Eastgate Clinic's on-site day theatre in Windhoek is equipped for recurrent hernia repairs, with anaesthetist and theatre staff provided. Contact us to arrange theatre time for your patient.
Day theatre information for doctors