[Monika]

Hi William , I think it was Pinto from this forum . I think he had unfortunate experience with Dr Kang . Someone else had recurrence of the hernia within 7 days post operation . I can’t find any reliable sources for Dr Kang and his technique so I am a bit apprehensive about going all the way to South Korea.
I am going thru all this methods back and forth as well . The Desarda looks appealing as the doctor in Sydney would be able to perform it . However the Shouldice repair might have the best long term outcome . You mentioned before Dr Bailey in Uk . Do you have any experience with him?

[Monika]

Hi Dr Towfigh,
I have developed an umbilical hernia, it’s a small size. I only want to use stitches and wondered if soluble stitches can be effective or do they have a very high recurrence risk? Also, I wanted to ask you what technique you use or have used for repairing such a hernia without mesh?
I have noticed your posts that people can help reduce small hernias without surgery and what things I could do to try and achieve this – I’m already slim, I don’t smoke or drink but I’m hoping there are further things I could be doing?
Would really greatly appreciate your help.

[Monika]

I didn’t consider Canada as it’s really hard to get in due to Covid and also I don’t want steel suture . I guess I am looking for modified Shouldice repair with prolene sutures . I was thinking about Munich but just noticed they don’t currently allow Australians in . Thought maybe someone knows good surgeon in Uk .

[Monika]

William one mor thing . You mention you are based in the Uk . Do you know any excellent hernia Doctor in the Uk that is able to do tissue only repair like shouldice repair without taking any nerves out?

[Monika]

Thank you William,I just saw few negative post op experiences on hernia talk after Dr Kang operations I think it was pinto ?
I would be willing to go to Munich to see dr Conze but because of Covid that seems to be impossible . Thank you for your help .

[Monika]

Sorry meant to say struggling.

[Monika]

Thanks William,I could possibly travel to South Korea however I am a bit worried about language barrier to be honest . Do you have any experience with dr Kang . I have read that some people had issues with him ? Again really appreciate your reply . I am really stretto find anyone in Australia .