Is Robotic Surgery for Hernia Repair Right for You Everyday Health Menu NewslettersSearch Hernia Is Robotic Surgery for Hernia Repair Right for You If you need to go under the knife for a hernia repair, you may have a choice about whose hands the knife is in: a surgeon, or a robot controlled by the surgeon. Here’s what you need to know. By Denise SchipaniMedically Reviewed by Justin Laube, MD Reviewed: April 30, 2018 Medically Reviewed A doctor performing robotic assisted hernia repair surgery.Getty Images When compared with NEWSLETTERS Sign up for our Healthy Living Newsletter SubscribeBy subscribing you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. The Latest in Hernia What Is Hernia? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and PreventionBy Quinn PhillipsAugust 14, 2020 The Differences Between Hernias in Men Versus Women Find out about the most common hernias in men and women and treatment options that work best for each sex.By Stacey ColinoApril 30, 2018 Sexual Dysfunction and Hernias: Separating the Facts From the Bull Sexual difficulties after hernia repair surgery may occur in some men, but these issues tend to go away after recovery.By Erica TricaricoApril 27, 2018 What You Need to Know About Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Babies born with a defect called congenital diaphragmatic hernia have trouble breathing, and need surgery. Here are the facts.By Denise SchipaniApril 25, 2018 Hernia Treatment Options Many hernias can only be repaired through surgery, but some initially warrant only watching and waiting.By Quinn PhillipsApril 23, 2018 How to Prevent a Hernia Not all hernias can be prevented, but there are steps you can take to make them less likely.By Quinn PhillipsApril 23, 2018 Hernia Complications and How to Deal With Them Both an untreated hernia and surgery to repair it can result in different complications.By Quinn PhillipsApril 20, 2018 What to Do if You Get a Hernia During Pregnancy If you get a hernia during pregnancy, different factors can determine if you should wait until you give birth to repair a hernia.By Quinn PhillipsApril 20, 2018 What Are the Symptoms of a Hernia, and How Is It Diagnosed? Symptoms of a hernia can range from slightly uncomfortable to extremely painful.By Quinn PhillipsApril 20, 2018 Study Shows Depression Affects IBD Patients and Their Siblings New research is the first to show a bidirectional link between inflammatory bowel disease and depression.By Ashley WelchOctober 6, 2022 MORE IN Can Weight Loss Surgery Reverse Type 2 Diabetes? What Is a Sensation-Preserving Mastectomy? Surgery for Cataracts Wellness inspired Wellness enabled FacebookTwitterInstagramPinterestYoutubeTikTok About Us Careers Editorial Policy Newsletters Meet Our Health Expert Network Privacy Policy Health News Accessibility Statement Terms of Use Contact Us Feedback Do Not Sell My Personal Information Popular Topics AdChoices NEWSLETTERS Get the best in health and wellness SubscribeBy subscribing you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. A PROPERTY OF EHGLogo More From Everyday Health: Castle Connolly Top Doctors DailyOM Diabetes Daily Everyday Health Care Migraine Again 1996-2022 Everyday Health, Inc. Everyday Health is among the federally registered trademarks of Everyday Health, Inc. and may not be used by third parties without explicit permission. Badges Badges Badges