Ventral hernia repair, also called herniorrhaphy, is a surgical procedure to fix a weakened or torn area in the abdominal wall. This type of hernia can occur anywhere on the abdomen, but it is most common in the belly button and groin. (more…)
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Category: Ventral Hernia
Ventral hernias are quite common. In fact, surgeons complete around 350,000 ventral hernia repairs each year. But that number doesn't include the people living with ventral hernias who are not yet ready for surgery. (more…)
If you've received a ventral hernia diagnosis, you might be tempted to leave it alone and avoid ventral hernia repair surgery - especially if you are not experiencing any discomfort or pain. (more…)