Although individual studies have shown a higher prevalence of hiatal hernia in BE patients compared with non-BE GERD patients, [21–23] to date no meta-analysis of the relationship between BE and ...

The following is a summary of “Meta-analysis of RCTs on the safety of non-fixation of mesh in TAPP inguinal hernia repair: an updated meta-analysis,” published in the October 2024 issue of Surgery by ...

If you have pain from a hernia, see a doctor. In some cases, immediate repair may not be needed. However, most hernias will eventually require surgical repair, as they tend to grow larger over time.

Unfortunately, an umbilical hernia in an adult will not heal. It requires either a surgical repair or a lifetime of careful and watchful management. Eve Glazier, M.D., MBA, is an internist and ...

You may qualify for a hernia mesh lawsuit if you or a loved one: Had surgery to repair a hernia on or after January 1, 2006 Suffered medical complications from the mesh that required revision surgery ...

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Miguel Rojas has a sports hernia that will require surgery after the season. However, Rojas remains hopeful that he will play in the World Series if the Dodgers advance.

Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD A gastrointestinal (GI) disease affects your digestive tract—the path food and drink take through your body and the digestive organs. GI diseases can impact ...