Incisional hernia after valve surgery

[Guest]

I think that someone on this board mentioned a type of support vest that he used after developing an incisional hernia. Would appreciate any information. My husband had an aortic valve replaced and mitral valve repaired in Dec. of '17, then had to have a cardio-versos done in June of '17. Two days later the hernia appeared. Would rather not have surgery at this time. We are looking into some type of chest support until surgery.

 

[Poohedawg]

I'm 6 months after OH surgery and I developed an incisional hernia about 8 weeks after surgery. My general surgeon just wants to keep an eye on it and didn't want to operate due to location, etc. i have CHF and understand the hesitation but it is uncomfortable for me. Good luck to you and your husband.