Even during a short stay in Kyoto, international patients can receive same-day laparoscopic treatment for inguinal hernia. Our streamlined treatment pathway is designed to help address concerns and provide peace of mind within a limited travel schedule.

Same-Day Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Surgery Program for International Visitors to Kyoto

This program is designed for international patients staying in Kyoto who wish to undergo treatment for an inguinal hernia during a short visit to Japan, without carrying the concern of an untreated hernia throughout their travels.

An inguinal hernia does not typically resolve on its own, and definitive treatment requires surgery. Our goal is to provide treatment without hospitalization, enabling patients to walk out of the clinic and return to their accommodation on the day of surgery.

We perform the SILS-TEP (Single-Incision Laparoscopic Totally Extraperitoneal Repair) technique through a single incision at the navel. Because the procedure is performed outside the peritoneal cavity, without entering the abdominal cavity, it is designed to minimize surgical trauma and support postoperative recovery.

The average operative time is approximately 50 minutes, and the average stay in the clinic on the day of surgery is approximately 4 hours. One of the key advantages of this program is that inguinal hernia treatment can be incorporated into a stay in Japan with minimal disruption to sightseeing or travel plans in Kyoto.

The Gi Medical Group has specialized in same-day surgical treatment of inguinal hernia since 2015.

【Treatment Schedule】

This program is intended for international patients staying in Japan who wish to undergo same-day laparoscopic inguinal hernia surgery during a short-term visit.

Although the operation itself is performed on a day-surgery basis, the program includes consultation, preoperative assessment, surgical counseling, surgery, and postoperative follow-up to ensure patient safety.

As a general guideline, the treatment program requires approximately one week, and approximately 10 days if preoperative testing is included in the schedule.

During the initial consultation, a medical interview, physical examination, and ultrasound examination are performed to determine whether same-day surgery is appropriate. If surgery is indicated, preoperative tests such as blood tests, chest X-ray, and electrocardiogram (ECG) will be arranged.

After reviewing the test results, the treatment plan is confirmed, and detailed explanations regarding the surgical procedure and postoperative precautions are provided. The surgery date is then scheduled upon the patient's informed consent.

The operation is performed under general anesthesia. Following surgery, patients recover in the recovery room. Patients who meet all 12 discharge criteria may return to their accommodation on the same day.

Providing Medical Institution

Kyoto Gi Surgical Clinic (Inguinal Hernia Day Surgery)

〒600-8095
KOWA Higashino Toin Building 2F, Ougisakayacho 275-1, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto Kyoto

Specialty

Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair (SILS-TEP Technique)
Same-Day Surgical Treatment

Eligibility Criteria/Exclusions for Treatment

Eligibility Criteria

Patients must be medically eligible to undergo general anesthesia.
A body weight of 100 kg or less is recommended.
Patients weighing more than 100 kg may still be considered for treatment following individual medical assessment and consultation.

Remarks

【Program Introduction Video】
https://youtu.be/SUvtqyUSxOY

Precautions / Contraindications

The surgical fee must be paid in full prior to the procedure.