@miller81, I can imagine you are worried for your wife and concerned that she is in such pain with the hernia while waiting for her transplant. @hogan_g1937 talks about a similar situation in this discussion:
- Hernia Surgery scheduled
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/hernia-surgery-scheduled/
Are they managing her ascites? Has her team suggested getting surgery for the hernia while waiting for the transplant?

@miller81, Welcome to Connect. I want to say that I am sorry that your wife has cirrhosis, and I am also happy that she is getting on the transplant waiting list. As a recipient, I know that you and she are experiencing a whirlwind of emotions along with confusion right now. I want you to know that you are not alone because each one of us (patient and caregiver) has experienced the same feelings.
Having ascites alone can be a painful experience. It is probably adding to the discomfort of the hernia. I had ascites and edema prior to transplant, I was terribly uncomfortable, and needed asciteds fluid removed every 10-14 days. The relief after the paracenthesis procedure was immediate. I had to wear X-large elastic waist sweat pants since my abdomen was so swollen. When I departed the procedure, the pants were loose. But I felt so much better! Of course, for me, that was to be repeated until after transplant.
Has she had any paracenthesis to remove excess fluid?