Patients often ask us about biologic meshes for their hernia repairs. A biologic mesh is one that is derived from either human tissue, or animal tissue. These types of meshes resist infection more than the typical synthetic meshes which are made of a type of plastic. The challenge is that biologic meshes are about 10-100 […]
Abdominoplasty or ‘Tummy Tuck’ During Large Incisional Hernia Repairs? Yes.
Many patients with large incisional hernias present to our office with years of inability to exercise. We’ve discussed previously on our blog that when there is an abdominal wall hernia and the muscles of the abdominal wall are not pulled together like they are supposed to be, the muscles weaken over time. This can lead […]
Sports Hernias: What are they, and how do you fix them?
A lot of patients visit our office to discuss ‘sports hernias’. Fortunately, with the internet, patients are able to educate themselves about what sports hernias are, and how they are treated. Unfortunately, there isn’t always a comprehensive source for up to date information for patients to learn from. In today’s post, I want to share […]
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