Robotic Hernia Repair: Faster Recovery, Less Pain & Better Outcomes

12/15/2025

Hernias are among the most common surgical diseases being treated worldwide. Hernias are of various types that include inguinal, femoral, umbilical, ventral, diaphragmatic hiatus, and incisional.

Traditionally, hernia surgeries are performed by open techniques; however, the process leaves big scars and prolonged pain and delayed recovery. With the advent of technology, minimally invasive techniques now treat the majority of hernias.

Robot-assisted hernia surgery gives better ergonomics, dissection plane, and proper mesh positioning, which leads to faster recovery, less blood loss, and lower chances of recurrence.

Eternal Hospital uses the latest and most advanced da Vinci Robotic System for less invasive surgery for hernia repair. Let's learn more about the recovery possibilities and complications associated with robotic hernia repair in Jaipur.

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What is Robotic Hernia Repair Surgery?

Whenever hernia surgeries are performed with the help of a robot, it is called robotic hernia repair surgery. It gives the advantages of high magnification for proper visualization, wristed movement of robotic arms, which provides access to the surgeon to work even in the tiniest areas, less blood loss, mesh fixation in the proper anatomical plane (which was difficult even with laparoscopy), faster recovery with low chances of infection and recurrence, and more.

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When Is Robotic Hernia Repair Surgery Advised?

Robotic hernia surgery is commonly advised to treat the following types of hernias:

• Inguinal hernias
• Femoral hernia
• Hiatal hernia
• Incisional hernia
• Umbilical hernias
• Flank hernias
• Epigastric hernias
• Congenital diaphragm hernias
• Lumbar hernias

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Robotic vs Laparoscopic Hernia Repair

In recent years, laparoscopic techniques have been developed as an alternative to traditional open hernia repair. Laparoscopic hernia repair has shown comparable recurrence rates to open surgery and better outcomes in terms of surgical site infections and length of stay.  Only 20% of abdominal hernia surgeries are done laparoscopically, despite the fact that this technique has demonstrated benefits over open hernia surgery. This is most likely because the minimally invasive procedure is difficult to learn and master. Moreover, it is also associated with technological challenges. 

A revolutionary technology has entered the field of minimally invasive hernia surgery with robotic surgical instruments. It combines the benefits of laparoscopic surgery (low risk of wound and mesh infections, reduced discomfort) with open surgery (low recurrence rates, capability to carry out complicated surgeries like hernia surgery). Robotic-assisted incisional hernia repair really shows promising postsurgical outcomes.

Minimally invasive robotic inguinal hernia repair and abdominal hernia repair may become easier with the use of 3D imaging, wristed equipment, and a more comfortable sitting position for the surgeon. Additionally, new research has demonstrated a reduction in hospital stay and decreased the likelihood of complications, particularly in complex abdominal hernia repair involving an abnormal abdominal wall.

What are the Best Outcomes of Robotic Hernia Repair?

People who undergo robotic hernia repair surgery commonly report:

• Faster recovery
• Less discomfort near the incision sites
• Minimal bruising
• Faster return to daily routine activities
• Less damage to surrounding tissues
• Fewer chances of complications (infection and recurrence) 

Why Choose Eternal Hospital for Robotic Hernia Surgery?

Eternal Hospital, one of the top robotic hernia repair hospitals in Jaipur, is equipped with the latest and most advanced robotic surgical systems, like the da Vinci Xi surgical system, with the most stringent sterility protocols and HEPA filters. This makes the hospital one of a kind in Jaipur to carry out even highly complex hernia repair surgeries minimally invasively with high success rates.

Conclusion

Robotic hernia repair surgery has brought a revolution in modern-day hernia care by adding a new key player to the operating room: robotic technology. The technology enables more accurate motions and better visualization.  Hernias can be painful—Eternal Hospital’s experts can help. We are leaders in minimally invasive hernia repair and abdominal wall reconstruction in Jaipur.

For the best hernia care, consult the hernia repair surgeons at Eternal Hospital today. Book your consultation now!

FAQs

Q1: Who is the best robotic hernia repair specialist in Jaipur?
A: Dr. Kapileshwer Vijay, Jaipur's leading robotic hernia repair surgeon in Jaipur, has over 15 years of experience and has performed over 7000 surgical operations in the fields of robotic, laparoscopic, minimally invasive, and advanced GI cancer surgery.

Q2: What is the robotic hernia surgery recovery time?
A: Recovery time is determined by the extent of your repair. Activity limits vary greatly depending on the hernia repair and the surgeon.

Q3: Is robotic surgery an ideal procedure for hernias?
A: It depends. Robotic surgery offers benefits comparable to laparoscopic surgery. These include smaller incisions, fewer scars, and minimal bleeding. You may also feel less discomfort and have a shorter recovery period than if you had open surgery.

Q4: What complications are associated with robotic hernia repair surgery?
A: Similar to laparoscopic surgery, robotic hernia repair surgery is typically regarded as a minimally invasive yet safe method. The rare complications involved with robotic hernia repair surgery are pain, bleeding, and damage to nearby tissue