Robotic Hernia Repair

Dr. Donald Davenport specializes in robotic hernia repair surgery at Medical Center Hospital.
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[@mrgreen4688]

had robotic hernia surgery three weeks ago. this was my second hernia procedure, first one was ten years ago and “open” surgery. the robotic surgery went fantastic. I left the hospital on my own feet three hours later and was walking around easily the next day. amazing.

[@aronzabrown]

Just had mine done yesterday so far so good still haven’t 💩 yet lol but really amazing Hope everyone else have a successful surgery also

[@wreese37]

I'll have mine done tomorrow.🙏🏿 How was your recovery? Was you able to reduce constipation?

[@aronzabrown]

@@wreese37 Yes after time, just be patient I guess.. just make sure you take your meds!! I delayed on taking them to see how bad the pain would be. And 😲 I couldn’t wait for them to kick back in

[@kleparaskevas2628]

Make sure you avoid straining at pooping by taking 15 ccof milk of magnesia at night

[@pat5463]

Surgery from my friend went horrible...the robotic surgery left him with a punctured stomach...now he needs a feeding tube, swallowing water is almost not possible...doctors told him, that he signed a paper that includes what can happen while the surgery so they don't feel responsible for that mistake that happened and nobody can treat or helps him now...he would have been better off and listened to the alternatives...so sad that knowbody can treat him now to finally get anywhen better to have a normal life again

[@tracyschultz4735]

May I ask if your friend had mesh repair and if so how old was he or she. How is your friend now? Hope everything improves! Having roboiic surgery done soon. Thanks for your input.

[@fourfaces6674]

Excellent explanation

[@Anonymous-wh6zv]

Had my surgery and two weeks go, I had the trifecta of hernia's umbilical left groin right groin, I went in out in 4/2 hours a bit of pain medication was walking 5 hours after the operation number 2 next day 2 weeks later can walk get out of bed by myself if I overexert myself with my walking I just take a Panamax I had a right one done 23 years ago home for six months could not walk properly few weeks after the operation I'am 52 years old had it done with robotic surgery Da Vinci si Paul Australia

[@reelinandrockin9022]

I had an "open" bi-lateral inguinal hernia repair. I went with open because there's something reassuring about the surgeon actually laying hands on you. I'm seven days in and the pain has not been that bad. Was able to "go" on day three, but I eat a lot of veggies. I did have a lot of swelling and dark bruising which is now 99% gone. I Have my first post-surgical doctors appointment in 4 days and I'm interested to know when I can get back to bike riding and weight lifting.

[@bluewave7120]

Why is the Tapp method still used since the Tep does not have the high risk of damage to the abdominal organs

[@nicolemccoy4798]

Just had this done yesterday. The pain is awful :( I expected to be sore but definitely wasn’t expecting this kind of pain :( hopefully things get better quickly!

[@TheLilbilly392]

I had thus surgery yesterday, I feel completely fucked, they lied like a motherfucker, it hurts so bad

[@kening95]

I had mine done a couple months ago it ended up failing the stitching came out I guess the doctor didn't graduate from sewing class the machines just a machine if you've got a sorry doctor you're in trouble

[@connorvanlandingham2884]

I just went through this. The pain is torment depending upon your body I was in the hospital over night got released late Saturday was in ton of pain its Monday still am in pain but I'm like 70 percent revived already from the pain

[@juliapeterson4736]

They make it sound less painful but the patients I have talked to actually seemed to have less pain with the open hernia repair.

[@bluewave7120]

​@@juliapeterson4736This is subjective to the patient However,in general I would agree with you

[@chadanthonysellers]

Very informative! Thanks

[@hiba9777]

How long fully recovered for 35 yr old women’s.

[@Fopenplop]

this guy's parents really named him D.D.D.

[@ABCD-gg4sz]

I had bilateral inguinal hernia and I am 25 years old. I have been open surgery operated on 1st July 2022 using mesh. After 1 year from July 2023 can I exercise in gym using weights up to 15 kg. Please answer me

[@daktarioskarvannederhosen2568]

i also had laparoscopic bilateral inguinal hernia repair. i was told to restrict activity, including lifting only less than 10lbs for 6 weeks. apparently after 6 weeks the patient, if the surgeon feels that everything has gone well up to that point, may then begin to incrementally work back up to their previous abilities. however, i suspect it would be best if you had a consultation with your surgeon or at least a physical exam of the repaired hernias by a general practitioner in order to see if the repair is in good standing.

[@CreoleLadyBug]

Well…. I had mine done on Friday and I thought I was going to die from pain. It’s Monday and still no poop 💩. Still very very sore.

[@skipmagil]

Had mine 2 days ago,feel bloated but pooped right away no problem,pain is minimal. I didn’t know it was robotic until hours before surgery,didn’t have time to stress about it.

[@melissarivera1370]

I’m so scared I’m getting this done in May 😳

[@rajkumar-kw7hw]

Iam done with this surgery one week back less pain .quick recovery. From india.

[@ChefTortle]

Melissa Rivera holy shit me too

[@more_jello]

You'll be fine. I had da Vinci robotic hernia surgery just last week. Expect light to moderate pain for a couple days. But after 4-5 days the pain is now gone and I've stopped all my "as needed" pain meds. Good luck!

[@billbleham3267]

I had a bilateral hernia repair with the robotic assist. I was scared out of my mind! Make sure you communicate your anxiety with the anesthesia team when you get there. They will give you some good stuff to calm you down. To be honest, they gave me some VERSED and I really don't remember anything and it is glorious. I don't remember being wheeled into the operating room. Last thing I remember was being prepped and giving my wife a hug. Then I woke up in my recovery bed with the whole damn thing over with. I am now on day 6 of recovery and I can move around fine, and even drive. You WILL be OK!

[@LittleOcasioHomestead]

Mine is in 2 weeks I'm so scared!!

[@miguelramos3998]

Como meten las mallas

[@MDMOBILEBRPWB]

My son has an inguinal hernia, he is now 2 months old: what should I do?

[@NickzAndMikz]

See a doctor

[@kjm228]

Had my surgery yesterday🤦🏾‍♀️

[@MrMasterla]

Surgery scheduled end of May

[@veteranentrepreneur8429]

Still in pain after 4 weeks

[@sunbulah9779]

Tato Amador Do you feel nauseous?

[@XxAzureNekoxX]

What about now

[@mariajeo8382]

I got rid of my hsv2 within just 11 days . I'm so excited that I finally got cured completely from my long term genital herpes . Herpes has a total complete cured , kindly contact my doctor via [e-mail] 100 % cure warranted .❤️

[@maxtechtech7478]

At holy spirit hospital I got mine and am currently trying to poop but that robot worked

[@jay.official.47]

Harniya surgery bina repair ho skata hai

[@lightofquran7650]

Super surgarey

[@ismaelflores7887]

he is not telling the truth

[@NickzAndMikz]

Why

[@NickzAndMikz]

How

[@Anonymous-bc6zl]

Total bs small hernias should be left alone and mesh should be avoided at all cost. My doctor talked me into this nonsense and left me with chronic pain and suffering. I wish I would have left the hernia alone I would take that occasional pain over mesh pain in a heart beat!

[@theweekendwarrior3504]

For me it made more sense to get the mesh because I was really into lifting so I wouldn't be able to lift heavy again without making it worse. Got the surgery 2 weeks ago and I'm already feeling great

[@juliapeterson4736]

Definitely avoid robotic if you are female: There is a higher rate of them accidently cutting the Round Ligament(holds the uterus in place) with robotic Vs. open.