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40 Years
4 days ago

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I have both inguinal and umbilical hernias and I'm trying to decide between open surgery or laparoscopic method which one is better for fixing them? I'm a bit worried about recovery time and complications so I'd like to know what you recommend based on my situation

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

General Practitioner

MBBS
6+ Yrs

sx is option only.

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