I had a right side inguinal hernia mesh repair surgery 3 years ago and now I've developed a new hernia on the left side. I'm considering another mesh repair but I'm worried about hernia recurrence after mesh surgery. Does having mesh repair increase the chances of the hernia coming back compared to other types of repairs? What's the likelihood of recurrence with a second mesh surgery?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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Second hernia mesh repair is commonly done and recurrence is not necessarily higher with mesh.The success rate is high when done properly.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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