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Hernia


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Alternate Names : Hernia - Inguinal, Inguinal Hernia

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Hernia Prognosis (Expectations)

The outcome is usually good with treatment. Recurrence is rare (1-3%).

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• Hernia Complications
• Calling Your Health Care Provider
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Review Date : 10/29/2003
Reviewed By : Jacqueline A. Hart, M.D., Department of Internal Medicine, Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Boston, Ma., and Senior Medical Editor, A.D.A.M., Inc. Previously reviewed by Robert W. O'Rourke, M.D., Department of Minimally Invasive Surgery, Legacy Health System, Portland, OR. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. (8/10/2001).

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