Hernias are a common medical problem. In the United States more than 1.6 million hernia surgeries are performed each year. A ...

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The global hernia repair devices market is set to experience significant growth, propelled by robust market projections and industry insights. According to the latest data from industry analysts, the ...

There are many different types of hernias, but the most common include inguinal (groin), umbilical, femoral, hiatal and incisional. Hernias can be caused by wear and tear over time, or one severe ...

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Dr. Afaneh has has worked on more claims relating to Incisional Hernia, Obesity and Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia than other providers in the area. At present, Dr. Afaneh has received an average ...

Some of the factors that cause incisional hernias to occur in the first place, such as obesity and nutritional disorders, will persist in certain patients and encourage the development of a second ...

Incisional hernias are more likely to occur in people who have had multiple abdominal operations, those who have chronic cough or if they are over-weight or pregnant. This occurs after 2-10% of ...

Dr. Cione has has worked on more claims relating to Incisional Hernia, Inguinal Hernia and Cholecystitis and Gallstones than other providers in the area. At present, Dr. Cione has received an ...

A total of 13 patients presented with Grade III hernias and 10 patients presented with Grade IV hernias. Of these 23 patients, 15 had stomas at the time of presentation. Defect width ranged from 8 ...

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