returning to work after inguinal hernia repair
Last reviewed 01/2018
| Condition | Recommended return to non-manual | Recommended return to manual |
| Inguinal, small umbilical or incisional hernia laparoscopic repair | 1 week | 1- 2 weeks |
| Inguinal, small umbilical or incisional hernia open repair | 2 weeks | 2-3 weeks |
| Inguinal hernia open repair | 2-3 weeks | 3-4 weeks |
Notes:
- the information applies to general fitness to work for people below 60 years of age without other significant disability. This information is only a guide to doctors, who will need to consider the individual clinical circumstances when advising patients
- multiple morbidities are likely to prolong recovery
Reference:
- Samuel AM, Wellwood JMcK. Fitness for work after surgery. In Palmer KT, Cox RAF and Brown I. (Eds) Fitness for Work 4th edn. Oxford University Press, Oxford 2007 pp 467-486.
- http://www.workingfit.com (accessed 3/9/2013)