Patients with primary inguinal hernia, patients with marked obesity ... and those of open posterior preperitoneal approach is about 17% (8). Calculation of the sample size included the number ...

Single-incision laparoscopic preperitoneal hernioplasty is safe and feasible for treating bilateral inguinal hernias, ...

The pre-peritoneal space was spread widely ... confirmed proved the diagnosis of false reduction en masse of an inguinal hernia. Opening of the hernial sac revealed severe congestion and necrosis ...

Medicare covers hernia surgery as long as it’s medically necessary. Once approved, both inpatient and outpatient procedures for hernia repair are covered by Original Medicare and most Medicare ...

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is one of the most common consequences of a hiatal hernia and often the condition that leads a person to seek medical treatment in the first place. GERD is a ...

Hernia mesh can cause serious complications that may require revision surgeries. Thousands of hernia mesh victims have already filed lawsuits to pursue justice for their injuries. For over 45 years, ...

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While we cannot reverse aging, we can improve many health issues in preparation for hernia repair and other surgeries. It is important that you maintain your own health and regularly meet with your ...

As a former claims handler and fraud investigator, Jason Metz has worked on a multitude of complex and multifaceted claims. The insurance industry can be seemingly opaque, and Jason enjoys ...