What Is a Hernia? Signs, Causes and Treatment Options
About this episode
Dr. David Krpata discusses hernias, their symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and what to expect from surgery.
On this episode of Butts & Guts, Dr. David Krpata, a Cleveland Clinic general surgeon and hernia specialist, explains what a hernia is, the most common hernia symptoms and how they are diagnosed and treated. Learn when a hernia may require medical attention, what to expect from hernia surgery and recovery, the role of hernia mesh and the full spectrum of treatment options available for hernia repair.
People in this episode
Guest: Dr. David Krpata
Topics covered
- hernia
- symptoms
- treatment options
- surgery
- recovery
- hernia mesh
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland Clinic Digestive Disease & Surgery Institute
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