Hiatus Hernia Surgery Privately in the UK: Cost and Options
A hiatus hernia occurs when part of the stomach pushes up through the diaphragm into the chest. Many cause no symptoms, but larger ones — or persistent acid reflux — sometimes warrant treatment.
Do you need surgery?
Most hiatus hernias are managed with medication and lifestyle changes. Surgery is considered when reflux is severe and not controlled by medication, when there are complications, or for large (para-oesophageal) hernias that carry a risk of the stomach becoming trapped. A gastroscopy and other tests help decide.
What the operation involves
Surgical repair is usually keyhole. The stomach is returned to the abdomen, the diaphragm opening is tightened, and an anti-reflux procedure (fundoplication) is often added. It's a more specialised operation than a standard hernia repair.
Indicative cost
Privately, laparoscopic hiatus hernia repair typically costs more than a groin hernia — often in the region of £6,000–£9,000 or more, depending on complexity. A fixed price is given after assessment.
Recovery
Most patients stay one to two nights and follow a modified diet for a few weeks while swallowing settles. Return to normal activity is usually within a few weeks.
If reflux is affecting your quality of life, Mr Trif Papettas FRCS can assess whether a hiatus hernia is the cause. Book at privatebowelsurgeon.com.
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