gastrointestinal disorders
Inguinal Hernia
Treatment of Inguinal Hernia
Surgical repair Inguinal hernias typically should be repaired electively because of the risk of strangulation, which results in higher morbidity (and possible mortality in older patients). Asymptomatic inguinal hernias in men can be observed; if symptoms develop, they can be repaired electively. Repair may be through a standard incision or laparoscopically. An incarcerated or strangulated hernia of any kind requires urgent surgical repair. 