Inguinal hernia in women are less common than in men and have unique symptoms. They may occur more frequently during or after ...

An inguinal hernia can become stuck, or incarcerated. Without treatment, this can lead to strangulation, causing the tissue inside the hernia to die. An inguinal hernia occurs when part of the ...

The instruments to repair the hernia are inserted through other small incisions in the lower abdomen. Mesh is then placed over the defect to reinforce the belly wall. There are many things to think ...