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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...
When can I drink alcohol after gallbladder surgery?
Everyone responds to anesthesia differently - start with clear liquids such as water then dilute juice (high sugar content does not sit well with some) . After that you have no READ MORE
Everyone responds to anesthesia differently - start with clear liquids such as water then dilute juice (high sugar content does not sit well with some) . After that you have no restrictions and may return to a regular diet.
Can surgery fix an inguinal hernia?
After the neonatal period surgery is the only treatment for an inguinal hernia. The choice of a tissue versus a repair with mesh is surgeon dependent.
Can surgery fix a groin hernia?
After the neonatal period surgery is the only treatment for a groin hernia. The choice of tissue versus mesh repair is surgeon dependent.
How do you treat an inguinal hernia in a child?
Inguinal hernia's in children are congenital, related to in utero development. It requires surgical repair tissue repair (no mesh, because children grow and mesh does not). I READ MORE
Inguinal hernia's in children are congenital, related to in utero development. It requires surgical repair tissue repair (no mesh, because children grow and mesh does not).
I prefer a laparoscopic repair because it allow me to see both sides and has minimal scarring (so she can still wear a bikini).
I prefer a laparoscopic repair because it allow me to see both sides and has minimal scarring (so she can still wear a bikini).
Can you live a long life after a thyroidectomy?
The flip answer is yes of course. But the devil is in the details. I believe your real question is will having my thyroid removed change my life expectancy? So why did you have READ MORE
The flip answer is yes of course. But the devil is in the details. I believe your real question is will having my thyroid removed change my life expectancy?
So why did you have the thyroidectomy? Was it complete or partial and what happens now? These are all questions to have with your surgeon.
So why did you have the thyroidectomy? Was it complete or partial and what happens now? These are all questions to have with your surgeon.
What antibiotics treat infected stitches?
The treatment for infected stitches is to remove the stitches.
How long after hiatal hernia surgery can you drive?
After abdominal surgery the restrictions related to driving are two fold: (1) no driving is recommended while taking any narcotics (2) wearing of the cross body seatbelt might READ MORE
After abdominal surgery the restrictions related to driving are two fold:
(1) no driving is recommended while taking any narcotics
(2) wearing of the cross body seatbelt might cause discomfort.
After uncomplicated surgery patients are usually able to return to regular activity after 4 to 6 weeks, sooner in laparoscopic versus open procedure which are associated with less pain.
(1) no driving is recommended while taking any narcotics
(2) wearing of the cross body seatbelt might cause discomfort.
After uncomplicated surgery patients are usually able to return to regular activity after 4 to 6 weeks, sooner in laparoscopic versus open procedure which are associated with less pain.
How do you shrink a hernia?
An adult hernia is a weakness in the abdominal floor ; when you strain you notice the defect bulge increase in size, as you relax it becomes less visible. Any activity that increases READ MORE
An adult hernia is a weakness in the abdominal floor ; when you strain you notice the defect bulge increase in size, as you relax it becomes less visible. Any activity that increases intra-abdominal pressures will increase the inguinal bulge - coughing, constipation, straining with heavy lifting. Only surgery will repair the defect
When can I exercise after inguinal hernia repair?
For an uncomplicated inguinal hernia repair, either tissue or mesh repair the usual time for return to regular activity is 4 to 6 weeks post-op. Please wait to be officially cleared READ MORE
For an uncomplicated inguinal hernia repair, either tissue or mesh repair the usual time for return to regular activity is 4 to 6 weeks post-op. Please wait to be officially cleared by your surgeon.
Do you need anesthesia for a bronchoscopy?
A bronchoscopy requires placing a large scope down your airway for biopsy or removal of a foreign body - without anesthesia you would feel like you are drowning and would put you READ MORE
A bronchoscopy requires placing a large scope down your airway for biopsy or removal of a foreign body - without anesthesia you would feel like you are drowning and would put you and the endoscopist at risk - so Yes anesthesia is needed for a bronchoscopy.
Can colon biopsy be done without anesthesia?
Above the dentate line, the bowels do not feel pain - so yes you could do a biopsy without anesthesia (we do rectal biopsies at bedside in the NICU). However, access to the colon READ MORE
Above the dentate line, the bowels do not feel pain - so yes you could do a biopsy without anesthesia (we do rectal biopsies at bedside in the NICU). However, access to the colon beyond the proximal rectum will cause pain and discomfort - so for that reason it is best done under anesthesia.
Can spinal anesthesia cause any issues?
Any invasive procedure comes with risks. This is a conversation to have with your anesthesiologist who is a trained medical doctor with additional 4 to 9 years of post-graduate READ MORE
Any invasive procedure comes with risks. This is a conversation to have with your anesthesiologist who is a trained medical doctor with additional 4 to 9 years of post-graduate training, especially if they have specialized. If you trust your surgeon, trust that they have a good team which includes an anesthesiologist that they probably work with on every case. To just give you a laundry list of spinal anesthesia complications does you no good, you need to know if YOUR anesthesiologist has had those complications.
How long is the hospital stay for colon resection?
Length of stay is multifactorial but first is than elective procedure? What is the indication for the resection and what is the extent of the resection? Was the procedure open READ MORE
Length of stay is multifactorial but first is than elective procedure? What is the indication for the resection and what is the extent of the resection? Was the procedure open or laparoscopic and what is the underlying health of the patient.
Patient, and intra-operative factors and surgeon experience make this a question for your surgeon. It could be as little as 3 days to 7 days or longer.
Patient, and intra-operative factors and surgeon experience make this a question for your surgeon. It could be as little as 3 days to 7 days or longer.
When can I go back to work after a kidney biopsy?
Kidney biopsy are usually performed as outpatient procedure under CT or US guidance by interventional radiologists. For an uncomplicated procedure you should be able to go back READ MORE
Kidney biopsy are usually performed as outpatient procedure under CT or US guidance by interventional radiologists. For an uncomplicated procedure you should be able to go back to work the next day with some restrictions on activity based on the indication for the biopsy.
Do you need anesthesia for a colonoscopy?
The options for sedation of colonoscopy include no sedation, moderate procedural sedation or deep sedation. This will be patient and procedure dependent (ie diagnostic vs interventional READ MORE
The options for sedation of colonoscopy include no sedation, moderate procedural sedation or deep sedation. This will be patient and procedure dependent (ie diagnostic vs interventional colonoscopy). This is a discussion to be had with the endoscopist.
Epididymitis pain?
Ongoing discharge is not normal, return to your surgeon for an evaluation.
Previous hernia?
Asymptomatic, with no recurrence then you had the desired outcome from the surgery. I am sure that you have done many strenuous activities since 9 months of age. You have no READ MORE
Asymptomatic, with no recurrence then you had the desired outcome from the surgery. I am sure that you have done many strenuous activities since 9 months of age. You have no restrictions and can go to the gym.
Can you repair a hernia without mesh?
A tissue repair (repair without mesh) is possible depending on the size of the defect. Have a discussion with your surgeon - this is an elective procedure, if you are not getting READ MORE
A tissue repair (repair without mesh) is possible depending on the size of the defect. Have a discussion with your surgeon - this is an elective procedure, if you are not getting what you want then get a second opinion from another surgeon.
Surgical question (distal bicep tendon)?
A ruptured tendon is permanent damage without surgery - a 3 week delay will not lead to other injuries if you listen to your body and its current limitations.
Both feet are swollen?
Bilateral swelling is not related to the surgery - it sounds like venous insufficiency - probably worsened by fluids you got during the surgery and post-op decreased activity. READ MORE
Bilateral swelling is not related to the surgery - it sounds like venous insufficiency - probably worsened by fluids you got during the surgery and post-op decreased activity. You should make an appointment to go see your PMD.
