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A hernia operation is not simply about closing a hole. The real question is whether the abdominal wall can be repaired in a way that suits the patient, the type of hernia, previous surgery, lifestyle...
Being told you may need hernia surgery usually leads to another question almost immediately: “What should I ask my surgeon?” That question matters. Hernia surgery is common, but no two patients are...
Complex hernias need more than a standard surgical approach. A recurrent hernia, a large abdominal wall defect, previous mesh repair, multiple earlier abdominal surgeries or weakened abdominal muscles...
Hernia surgery has changed considerably from the days when a large incision was the only familiar option. Today, many patients who are suitable for minimally invasive treatment ask about hernia...
Pregnancy changes the body in ways that are easy to notice and others that are not quite as obvious. For some women, one of those changes appears around the belly button. A small bulge may remain...
A small swelling in the groin can be surprisingly easy to ignore. It may disappear when you lie down. It may not hurt every day. Perhaps you only notice it while coughing, lifting something heavy or...
A plate of hot puris, butter chicken or biryani may look tempting, but for someone with gallbladder stones, a rich meal can sometimes end with severe pain, nausea or bloating. Gallstones do not affect...
The Evolution of Hernia Surgery: From Synthetic Mesh to Smart Surgical Systems Hernia surgery has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past few decades, evolving from simple tissue...
Gallbladder surgery can bring lasting relief from recurring upper abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, indigestion and other problems caused by gallstones. Still, deciding to undergo surgery is only one...