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Mesh Vs. Alloderm to Repair Umbilical Hernia?

I am in shape and thin, Im concerned that I would be able to feel this mesh or worse have complications from it! Would alloderm be a better...

Post-partum Umbilical Hernia Repair

I'm 32weeks pg w/ my 3rd & last child, I developed an umbilical hernia while pg with #2. It never went away & many times is very painful....

Extensive Hernia Repair, Panniculectomy and Breast Reduction at One Time?

I have had 2 hernia repairs and now have another repair needed. I've considered during the hernia repair (mesh will need to go from side to side...

Can a Plastic Surgeon Fix Complications from Removal of Massive Tumor?

I had a 80lb tumor removed causing my abdominal wall to weaken and 3 months later ended up getting a incision hernia that was fixed, but something...

Piercing After Umbilical Hernia Repair

Hi, i had an umbilicial hernia repair on my navel on Aug 13th of this year and i really want to get my belly button pierced asap. The area that was...

What Treatment is Available to Reduce/remove Abdominal Fat Pocket Following Hernia Surgery?

My surgeon had to cut my abdominal muscle during a 2nd hernia repair. I've now developed a fat pocket under the mesh. What options are available...

Had Componet Separation Surgery for a Hernia and Got a 11cm by 13cm Seroma?

I have had this seroma drained 4 times with various types of drains each drain stayed in for roughly 2-3 weeks , plus the doctor needle asperated it...

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