Quick Video Summary: Treating Indirect Inguinal Hernia
What's the Treatment for an Indirect Inguinal Hernia?
An inguinal hernia happens when part of the intestines slips into the groin (where the belly meets the upper leg) instead of staying in the belly as it should.
Inguinal hernia repair surgery is one of the most common types of surgery done on kids. Surgery is needed so that an inguinal hernia doesn’t get stuck and cause damage to the intestines.
45-Second Summary: Indirect Inguinal Hernia
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