An epigastric hernia is a bulge created by the bulging of body tissue through the surrounding muscle in the stomach area. This may not cause symptoms at all, but some cases are painful. Learn ...

Hernia involves organs or tissues pushing through weak muscles, forming painful lumps. Types: inguinal, incisional, femoral, hiatal, congenital diaphragmatic hernia. Complications include ...

A hernia is typically a painless bulge that doesn't require immediate treatment. Get to know the symptoms of hernias and when you should seek further medical care.

The hernia sac can then be safely reduced into the abdomen, and the hernia defect can be closed by placing 2 purse-string sutures, one above the other, incorporating the uterosacral remnants ...

Background Reduction en masse of inguinal hernia is a rare condition following manual reduction of an unrecognized incarcerated inguinal hernia. The preoperative diagnosis and surgical treatment ...

Hernias are caused by weakness in a muscle or tissue. Learn ways to prevent a hernia from developing — or worsening — with simple lifestyle changes.

A spigelian hernia occurs when your organs bulge between the front abdominal muscles. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for this condition today.

An umbilical hernia occurs when part of the bowel or fatty tissue pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal wall, near the navel. They are very common in newborns and infants, but they can ...

Dr. Kevin Dean, a Beaumont surgeon, undergoes hernia surgery he often performs, sharing insights on the condition's prevalence and his personal experience. Skip Navigation Share on Facebook ...

An Incarcerated Appendix in the Sac of an Inguinal Hernia. Author: DUNLAP P. PENHALLOW, M.D. Author Info & Affiliations. Published January 23, 1930. N Engl J Med 1930; 202: 168-169.