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Lapascopic Inguinal Hernia Repair

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Philip D Parks, MD, MPH - Occupational Safety, Occupational Health, Environmental Health, Corporate Medicine, Diving Medicine
Private Practice Boston - MA
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Lapascopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
by rwl, Jan 21, 2008 02:26PM
As per my occupation, I have to have a complete medical every two years.  During last years medical I was diagnosed with Inguinal Hernia. I didnt know I had it. I was referred to a surgeon for a consultation and he confirmed the diagnosis with just a physical examination.  As a requirement of my job, I have to be medically fit so I am now set for a Laaproascopic Inguinal Hernia Repair. I am also scheduled for blood work and a Cardac test before the surgery. After reading about Inguinal Hernias on the net.  Shouldnt I be getting a Ulta sound or some sort of exray to confirm that I have a herna?  I dont feel or see the budge were the Dr. said it was.  

I am 50 years old, slightly overweight but active.  Never been in a hospital for Surgery.  Should I be concerned without more diffinitive proof. (I am also an enforcement officer)
Doctor's Answer
by Philip D Parks, MD, MPH, Jan 27, 2008 08:18PM
To: rwl
Dear RWL:

In answer to your question as to whether you should have an ultrasound or x-ray to confirm the hernia...

It is not standard practice to confirm an inguinal hernia by performing any additional testing (ultrasound, x-ray, CT scan) besides a clinical examination.

The blood work and cardiac stress test are standard practice before conducting surgery on someone of your age (despite the fact that you are relatively young and active).

I hope this is helpful to you.

~*~ Dr. Parks

This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice. The information presented in this posting is for patients’ education only. As always, I encourage you to see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
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