Frequently Asked Questions

All types of hernias (inguinal, umbilical, ventral/incisional), diastasis recti, hiatal hernia and reflux, and gallbladder surgery. The goal is to resolve the problem with the technique that best suits your case.

It's determined by your anatomy, size and location of the defect, previous surgeries, symptoms, and complexity. The priority is safety and results; minimally invasive techniques are used when they add value, not as an automatic rule.

It usually provides advantages in complex hernias or abdominal wall cases where precision is needed for reconstruction, mesh placement in specific planes, and better maneuverability. It's decided by technical indication, not by trend.

Yes, when it causes pain, functional limitation, significant bulging, or is associated with a hernia. The evaluation determines if wall repair is appropriate and at which plane, seeking functional recovery and long-term stability.

A hernia is a defect through which tissue protrudes; diastasis is muscle separation without a hernial "opening." Sometimes they coexist, and the surgical plan is adjusted to safely resolve both.

We start with clinical examination and, when appropriate, support it with ultrasound or CT scan for the abdominal wall. For hiatal hernia/reflux, it's complemented with endoscopy or other studies depending on symptoms and evolution.

Generally, basic lab work is requested; if there's advanced age or relevant medical conditions, additional tests and evaluations are added to ensure everything is under control before surgery.

A more complete preoperative evaluation is performed and, frequently, additional tests. The goal is to arrive at surgery in the best possible condition, reducing adverse events and making recovery more predictable.

We review metabolic and cardiovascular control. If not properly managed, treatment is adjusted first and necessary evaluations are requested. Operating under better conditions reduces risks and improves recovery.

In scheduled surgery, if your recovery is adequate, discharge can be within 24 hours. The stay may vary depending on case complexity, pain response, mobility, and oral intake tolerance.

We apply an ERAS-type approach: multimodal pain control, early mobilization, and clear goals. This helps reduce nausea, accelerate movement, and achieve a more organized recovery.

It depends on the type of repair, hernia/diastasis size, type of work activity, and technique used. A staged plan is provided: walk early, gradually increase activity, and resume strenuous efforts when safe.

There's a review at 10 days, but support begins from day one: you have 24/7 contact with the team and the surgeon for questions, symptoms, and management adjustments.

Bleeding, loss of consciousness, or severe pain that doesn't respond to prescribed management require immediate emergency evaluation. In those scenarios, it's important to communicate that your surgeon is your treating physician.

We organize a clear route: evaluation, tests, scheduling, and hospital logistics. The goal is to reduce trips, define timelines precisely, and maintain close follow-up, even during your first days at home.