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There are many techniques for hernia repair that are used throughout the US and the world. Most hernia repairs performed today involve the placement of a mesh to result in a tension free repair. Mesh may be placed as an onlay over the hernia repair or alternatively as an underlay (properitoneal) repair...
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A bulge that occurs in the groin that resolves when lying down is likely to be a hernia. Hernias in women can be difficult to diagnose. Occasionally an ultraound can be performed to confirm the diagnosis. However, if a physician is able to identify the hernia on exam, then no further testing is required...