Fujairah, UAE: Thumbay Hospital Fujairah has successfully performed its first laparoscopic Totally Extraperitoneal (TEP) inguinal hernia repair using balloon dissection, combined with umbilical hernia repair. The procedure marks a milestone in the hospital’s minimally invasive surgical capabilities.
The surgery was performed by Dr Laurent Leyani, Consultant Bariatric and Laparoscopic Surgeon, using advanced laparoscopic techniques, balloon space-maker technology and soft mesh fixation to treat both hernias through a minimally invasive approach.
The patient, an Italian violin teacher in his 50s, had been experiencing longstanding left inguinal pain alongside an umbilical hernia before seeking a second medical opinion. Following the successful procedure, he was expected to be discharged the following morning.
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Mr. Akbar Moideen Thumbay, Vice President of Healthcare Division at Thumbay Group, said, “Advancing our surgical capabilities through the adoption of innovative and minimally invasive techniques is an important part of our commitment to clinical excellence. The successful completion of this first procedure at Thumbay Hospital Fujairah reflects the expertise of our surgical teams and our continued investment in bringing advanced healthcare services closer to the community. We remain focused on strengthening our clinical capabilities while ensuring patient safety, comfort, and high-quality care remain at the heart of everything we do.”
The hospital also acknowledged the contributions of the assisting doctors and the anaesthesia, operation theatre and nursing teams in ensuring the procedure’s success.
The milestone highlights Thumbay Hospital Fujairah’s efforts to expand access to specialised surgical services and strengthen patient-centred healthcare in the region.
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