Best Laparoscopic Hernia Surgery by Best Hernia Surgeon Dr. Vikram Lotwala at Wings Hospital, Surat

Excess body weight puts constant pressure on the abdominal wall, which makes hernias more likely and harder to treat. In this video, Dr. Vikram Lotwala, laparoscopic hernia and bariatric surgeon at Wings Hospital, Surat, talks about laparoscopic hernia surgery. As a surgeon who treats both hernia and obesity, he can plan care that addresses both conditions together.

How obesity affects a hernia

• Extra weight increases pressure inside the abdomen, which can weaken the muscle wall and cause a hernia.
• Hernias in overweight patients are often larger and more complex to repair.
• Excess weight raises the chance of the hernia coming back after surgery.
• Wound healing can be slower, especially in patients with diabetes.

Planning hernia surgery in overweight patients

For many patients, laparoscopic repair is preferred because the small cuts heal better than one large incision. Depending on the size of the hernia and the patient’s weight, the surgeon may advise losing some weight first, or treating obesity and the hernia in a planned sequence.

Book a consultation with Dr. Vikram Lotwala for hernia and obesity treatment at Wings Hospital, Surat.

Dr. Vikram Lotwala
Laparoscopic & Bariatric Surgeon
Wings Hospital, 1st Floor, Abhilasha Apartments, Madhuvan Circle, L P Savani Road, Surat, Gujarat
Phone: +91 99099 66056

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I lose weight before hernia surgery?

It depends on your weight and the type of hernia. For some patients, losing weight first lowers the risk of complications and recurrence. Small or painful hernias may still need repair without delay. Your surgeon will advise based on your case.

Can hernia surgery and bariatric surgery be done together?

In selected patients, yes. In others, it is safer to do them in stages. The decision depends on the size of the hernia, your weight and your overall health.

Is laparoscopic hernia surgery safe for overweight patients?

Yes. Laparoscopic surgery is often well suited to overweight patients, as small keyhole cuts reduce wound problems compared with open surgery.

Does being overweight increase the chance of hernia recurrence?

Yes. Excess weight is one of the main risk factors for a hernia coming back. Reaching and keeping a healthier weight helps protect the repair.

Can losing weight make a hernia go away?

No. Weight loss can reduce pressure on the abdominal wall and ease symptoms, but the weak spot remains. Surgery is still needed to repair it.