prior to abdominal wall closure. Initially, we used synthetic mesh in 6 patients but more recently, we have chosen to use biologic graft materials in Grade III and Grade IV hernias due to ...

(Mass Appeal) – You probably already know that a hernia is when an organ or tissue pushes through a weak spot in the surrounding muscle or connective tissue. But have you ever heard of Inguinal ...

The King's operation was announced on the same day it happened King Abdullah of Jordan quietly headed to the hospital for ...

Obesity increases the risk of heartburn in people who have a hiatal hernia by exerting excessive pressure on the abdominal wall. This compresses the stomach against the diaphragm by altering its ...

Moderate pain that keeps from some normal activities Mild pain that comes and goes (cramps), but lasts more than 24 hours Fever is present Bladder infection (UTI) suspected (passing urine hurts, new ...

The Rome diagnostic criteria for the functional bowel disorders and functional abdominal pain are used widely in research and practice. A committee consensus approach, including criticism from ...