Diagnostic laparoscopy as the definitive means of hernia detection?

Wes

Let’s be clear. Removing mesh is never fairly easy. In fact is is extremely difficult and must be done by an experienced mesh removal surgeon, even then there is a high probability of long term complications. Lap placed mesh requires the peritoneum to be removed with the removal of the mesh. As Dr. Goldstein said diagnostic lap surgery has it risks and would be determined by your surgeon based on your condition. Some surgeons will insert mesh as a preventive measure if they are already there inside you. Example while fixing an inguinal hernia on one side. Once the mesh is in it doesn’t like to come out so think twice about getting mesh unless absolutely necessary.

JG