A hernia occurs when an organ or internal body part pushes through the tissue that usually surrounds and protects it. A hernia can develop in various places in the abdomen. Inguinal hernias are the ...

Inguinal hernias, characterized by a bulge in the groin, can be either direct, developing from weakened abdominal muscles over time, or indirect, resulting from a congenital defect in the abdominal ...

Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD Key Takeaways If you have a hiatal hernia, eat smaller, more frequent meals to ease ...

Recent reports suggest that specific care strategies improve survival of infants with congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH). This review presents details of care from centers reporting high rates of ...

This medical condition, which can be asymptomatic, develops when internal pressure exceeds the strength of the abdominal wall, often resulting in a bulge.