Keyhole repair of inguinal, ventral, umbilical, incisional, and hiatal hernias — three small incisions, mesh placed precisely behind the muscle wall, and most patients home the same evening. Performed at The Hernia Institute™ by surgeons who do this every week, not occasionally.
Laparoscopic (keyhole) hernia repair uses three small incisions instead of one long cut. A high-definition camera and fine instruments let the surgeon dissect the hernia precisely, return the contents to the abdomen, and place a lightweight mesh flat against the muscle wall — reinforcing the weakness from behind, where the physics favour the repair.
The technique family covers virtually every hernia we treat: TEP and TAPP for groin (inguinal and femoral) hernias, eTEP for ventral and incisional hernias, IPOM-Plus for selected complex ventral defects, and laparoscopic fundoplication for hiatal hernias. Each has specific indications — the choice is made on your anatomy and imaging, not habit.
Compared with open surgery, keyhole repair means less post-operative pain, earlier mobilisation, a faster return to work, and near-invisible scars. Recurrence rates in experienced specialist hands are equivalent to or better than open repair.
Four laparoscopic approaches, each with its own indications — all available under one roof.
The standard keyhole repairs for inguinal and femoral hernias. TEP stays outside the abdominal cavity; TAPP is preferred for bilateral and many recurrent cases.
Extended totally-extraperitoneal repair places large mesh behind the muscles for midline, incisional, and umbilical hernias — keyhole access, open-quality reconstruction.
Composite-mesh intraperitoneal repair for selected complex ventral defects, and laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication for hiatal hernia with reflux.
Most laparoscopic repairs at THI are day-care: surgery in 45–90 minutes, walking the same evening, discharge with a written day-by-day recovery plan. Desk work resumes in 5–7 days; unrestricted lifting by 3–4 weeks, guided by our physiotherapy team.
All-inclusive laparoscopic packages start at ₹55,000 for unilateral inguinal repair — surgeon, theatre, anaesthesia, and mesh included — with every estimate itemised in writing before surgery. Use the cost estimator for an instant range, and our team will help you with insurance reimbursement end-to-end.
For most adult hernias, laparoscopic repair offers smaller incisions, less post-operative pain, faster return to work, and equivalent or lower recurrence in experienced hands. But it is not automatically superior for every patient — incarcerated hernias, some very large defects, and certain previous surgeries are better served by open repair. The honest answer is that the best operation is the one matched to your anatomy, which is exactly how we plan at THI.
All are keyhole approaches that place mesh behind the muscle wall. TEP (totally extraperitoneal) repairs groin hernias without entering the abdominal cavity; TAPP (transabdominal preperitoneal) enters the abdomen first — useful for bilateral or recurrent hernias; eTEP extends the same principle to ventral and incisional hernias. Your surgeon chooses based on your hernia type, size, and surgical history.
At The Hernia Institute, all-inclusive laparoscopic packages start at ₹55,000 for unilateral inguinal repair — covering surgeon, operating theatre, anaesthesia, and mesh. Bilateral and complex cases are priced higher. You receive a written itemised estimate before surgery, and our cost estimator gives an instant range online.
Most patients go home the same day, walk that evening, return to desk work in 5-7 days, and resume heavy lifting by 3-4 weeks. You leave hospital with a written, day-by-day recovery plan and direct follow-up at 48 hours and 2 weeks.
Most adults with inguinal, umbilical, ventral, incisional, or hiatal hernias are candidates. Previous lower-abdominal surgery, very large defects, or anaesthesia limitations may point toward open repair instead. A 30-minute consultation with imaging review settles the question — and you leave with a written plan either way.
Most consultations result in a clear, written plan within 30 minutes. For outstation patients, we offer teleconsultation before any travel is required.