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Audrey C. Durrant
Surgeon
Dr. Audrey Durrant is a general pediatric surgeon practicing in Urbana, IL. Dr. Durrant is board certified in general surgery and has undergone additional fellowship training in pediatric surgery. Pediatric surgeons have expertise in the diagnosis and care of premature and newborn infants, children and adolescents. They are the last of the true general surgeons - the motto of the pediatric surgeon is "from the womb to the tomb".
25 years
Experience
Audrey C. Durrant
- Urbana, IL
- Umdnj-Robert Wood Johnson
- Accepting new patients
What is that Bulge? - The Pediatric Inguinal Hernia
Pediatric inguinal hernia repairs are one of the most common procedures performed by pediatric surgeons. And parents will present to us with a child who has a bulge in the groin...
Leaking G-Tube Solutions
Leaking gastrostomy tubes, the hidden nightmare haunting pediatric surgeons. These tubes, often inserted either temporarily to help an infant overcome feeding aversion can become...
Is kidney resection a major surgery?
Any operation has risks - a kidney resection requires general anesthesia and the control of an artery and vein and ureter. Any of which if not done well can lead to serious complications READ MORE
Any operation has risks - a kidney resection requires general anesthesia and the control of an artery and vein and ureter. Any of which if not done well can lead to serious complications for the patient. In addition any intra-abdominal surgery has a risk of developing adhesions that can cause bowel obstructions - 10% life time risk regardless of the skill of the surgeon. So yes a kidney resection qualifies as a major surgery.
What type of treatment is best for inguinal hernia?
The best treatment for an inguinal hernia is surgery; the choice of tissue versus mesh repair is surgeon dependent.
What to take for high fever after colon surgery?
Elevated temperatures so soon after surgery makes me concerned about a post op infection . You can reduce the fever with with tylenol or ibuprofen but please follow up with surgeon. READ MORE
Elevated temperatures so soon after surgery makes me concerned about a post op infection . You can reduce the fever with with tylenol or ibuprofen but please follow up with surgeon.
What type of treatment is best for groin hernia?
The only definitive treatment for a groin hernia is surgery; the choice of tissue vs mesh repair is surgeon dependent.
Femur related questions?
The rod can be removed but your leg would behave to be broken again to do so; why do you want it out? Is it causing you problems? If the leg is functioning without pain, the benefit READ MORE
The rod can be removed but your leg would behave to be broken again to do so; why do you want it out? Is it causing you problems? If the leg is functioning without pain, the benefit of removing the rod (of which I can see none) do not outweigh the risks.
Does a hiatal hernia need surgery?
A hiatal hernia occurs when the upper part of the stomach bulges through the natural defect in the diaphragm for the esophagus. They are vey common and the risk increases with READ MORE
A hiatal hernia occurs when the upper part of the stomach bulges through the natural defect in the diaphragm for the esophagus. They are vey common and the risk increases with age, obesity and smoking.
Patients with symptomatic hernia may have: severe acid reflux; non-cardiac chest pain, trouble swallowing. Asymptomatic hiatal hernias do not require surgery.
Patients with symptomatic hernia may have: severe acid reflux; non-cardiac chest pain, trouble swallowing. Asymptomatic hiatal hernias do not require surgery.
What medications to avoid after gallbladder surgery?
The implication is that the GB (gallbladder) is involved in medication metabolism - it is not. The removal of GB does not require you to avoid any medications however if you READ MORE
The implication is that the GB (gallbladder) is involved in medication metabolism - it is not. The removal of GB does not require you to avoid any medications however if you are prescribed any by your surgeon post-op for pain control be sure that your surgeon is away to avoid any medication interaction.
Just had surgery
You did not say what type of surgery you had and when, however I do not know of any case of a patient getting a fungal skin infection FROM surgery. The surgical suite is sterile READ MORE
You did not say what type of surgery you had and when, however I do not know of any case of a patient getting a fungal skin infection FROM surgery. The surgical suite is sterile and prior surgery the skin site is prepped and draped to decrease skin flora. If the surgical site is clean and dry, then anything else would be unrelated to surgery itself.
Can bronchoscopy be done awake?
During a bronchoscopy a camera is going down your airway - even the best of us would fight. No a bronchoscopy cannot be done awake
How long is recovery after inguinal hernia repair?
The duration of recovery with depend on the size of the hernia defect, whether you have a tissue or mesh repair, is it unilateral or bilateral, For an uncomplicated hernia repair READ MORE
The duration of recovery with depend on the size of the hernia defect, whether you have a tissue or mesh repair, is it unilateral or bilateral, For an uncomplicated hernia repair patients are usually able to return to regular activity in 4 to 6 weeks.
When can I exercise after hernia surgery?
For uncomplicated hernia surgery anticipate 4 to 6 weeks of limited activity - no contact sports or lifting anything >10 lbs.
How long is recovery after hernia surgery?
For uncomplicated hernia surgery most patient return to regular activity after 4-6 weeks.
Hysterectomy
The desire to forgo reproduction should entirely be your choice - there are many non-operative methods if you do not wish to have children; surgery has risks. However if you wish READ MORE
The desire to forgo reproduction should entirely be your choice - there are many non-operative methods if you do not wish to have children; surgery has risks. However if you wish to remove your uterus then you just need to shop around to find a surgeon who will perform the procedure electively.
How can I prepare for a hernia surgery?
Uncomplicated hernia surgery should be an outpatient procedure; nevertheless plan for a possible overnight stay in the hospital if a complication should occur which means if you READ MORE
Uncomplicated hernia surgery should be an outpatient procedure; nevertheless plan for a possible overnight stay in the hospital if a complication should occur which means if you pets arrange for a caretaker. Also you will not be allowed to drive yourself home so make sure you have someone who can bring you home from the hospital. Wear clothes that will be easy to get into for the ride home - loose and comfortable.
Does having your gallbladder removed shorten your life?
An uncomplicated elective cholecystectomy (removal of the GB) has no effect on longevity. So no removing your GB will not shorten your life, but the lifestyle issues that led to READ MORE
An uncomplicated elective cholecystectomy (removal of the GB) has no effect on longevity. So no removing your GB will not shorten your life, but the lifestyle issues that led to having acute symptomatic GB disease will.
How long is recovery from kidney biopsy?
Kidney biopsy are usually done as an outpatient procedure using CT or ultrasound guidance by interventional radiology. You should be able to return to regular activity with mild READ MORE
Kidney biopsy are usually done as an outpatient procedure using CT or ultrasound guidance by interventional radiology. You should be able to return to regular activity with mild restrictions based on the underlying indication for the biopsy by the next day.
Infection after surgery?
Signs of symptoms of infection are increased pain, swelling, and redness around the incision. Systemic symptoms are fever, chills and decreased appetite. If you have any concerns READ MORE
Signs of symptoms of infection are increased pain, swelling, and redness around the incision. Systemic symptoms are fever, chills and decreased appetite. If you have any concerns go to your PMD or the ER to be evaluated.
Toe surgery gone wrong?
You have the right to go see another surgeon and get a second opinion.
Rizatriptan before surgery?
72 hours prior to surgery will not be an issue.
Abdominal pain?
The mesh may be causing nerve entrapment. Schedule an appointment with your surgeon and you may need a CT scan - if it is the mesh causing pain you could choose to have it removed READ MORE
The mesh may be causing nerve entrapment. Schedule an appointment with your surgeon and you may need a CT scan - if it is the mesh causing pain you could choose to have it removed or possibly just ablation of the trapped nerve which would give you symptomatic relief without additional surgery.
