Common Types Of Hernias, And Defective Hernia Mesh Side-Effects

A hernia can occur in any part of the body where organs or tissue push through a muscle wall or exits a body cavity where they are normally held in place. They are most often found in the abdomen or groin, however. In this blog post I review different types of hernias and defective hernia mesh products.

Common Types of Hernias

Inguinal Hernias

By far the most common type of hernias, these hernias occur in the inguinal canal in the pubic area or just above the leg crease. They are more frequently found in men than women because prior to birth a man's testicles will descend and leave an internal inguinal ring that can develop into a hernia if it doesn't close.

Femoral Hernias