General Surgery
George S. Gilliam M.D., FACS*
2200 E. Parrish Avenue, Bldg B
Suite203
Owensboro, KY 42303
270-691-9697 Office 270-691-0485 fax
Hernias
A hernia is a defect in the abdominal wall, in which the layers of the abdominal muscle have weakened resulting in a bulge or a tear. This may then allow a loop of intestine or abdominal tissue to push through this opening causing pain or other potentially serious complications.
Approximately 600,000 hernia surgeries are performed each year in the United States. The two main options for hernia repair are laparoscopic and open repair.
The laparoscopic technique has gained popularity due to its shorter operative time, less pain, and shorter recovery period. The laparoscopic technique can be used for inguinal hernia repairs, as well as, incisional, ventral, epigastric and umbilical hernias. Open hernia repairs can also be used to treat these same types of hernias, but this technique requires a longer recovery period and causes more post operative discomfort.
Dr. Gilliam has performed laparoscopic hernia repair since it’s inception in 1990. He has extensive experience in this technique and has used this technique successfully for all types of hernias.