Does inguinal hernia surgery requires a catheter?

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does inguinal hernia surgery requires you to have a catheter put in you or can you request a external catheter

Frank J. Ferraro, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. When I perform an abdominoplasty I often repair an abdominal hernia as well. For these cases the patients will get a urinary catheter.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question. I am assuming you are referring to a urinary catheter;  this is generally not necessary during hernia surgery repair. I do not know what you mean by an “external catheter”. Best to run these questions by your chosen surgeon for accurate/relevant information. Best wishes.

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