The best age for pediatric hernia surgery is one to three years old.
Pediatric hernias under one year of age are most often treated conservatively for children under one year of age because the transversal abdominal fascia has not yet grown completely and will likely heal on its own. If the hernia has not closed by the age of one year or older, surgery is considered.
Regardless of the age, it is important to send the child to the doctor for surgery as soon as the hernia becomes incarcerated. Surgical options include traditional surgery and laparoscopic surgery, with laparoscopy being less invasive. After surgery, it is important to avoid bacterial infections and to eat a light diet in order to prevent hernias from recurring.
Hernia surgery has become more mature, although the size of the operation is not large, you should still choose a regular hospital for consultation.