A hernia occurs when part of an organ or soft tissue bulges through a weak spot in muscle, most often in the abdomen. Hernias are a common medical issue that can occur in all ages and sexes. While patients may be familiar with the basics of hernias, it’s also...
A pilot study by researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis examines the way patients seek out information prior to having surgery, and how that information impacts patients’ health care decisions. The research, published in the SAGES journal...
