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- The dog will first be anesthetized.
- The surgeon will make the initial incision into the abdomen in order to visualize the hernia.
- The intestines will be put back into their correct position.
- If necrosis has occurred in any part of the protrusion, the surgeon will resection the dead tissue before reconnecting the intestines with sutures.
- The surgeon will ensure everything is in its correct position before suturing the inguinal canal with absorbable sutures.
- In some cases, a muscle graft may be required to repair the hernia.
- A Penrose drain is then put into place.
- The initial entry site will then be sutured.
- The surgeon will place an abdominal wrap bandage to promote healing and comfort.
- Dogs may be hospitalized for a short time following surgery to recover.
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