Hernia Patch Attorneys

Hernias - How Many Types are Out There?

With all the news that's been saturating our televisions, newspapers, radios and Internet news sites regarding the Kugel Mesh hernia patch and the potential links to serious side effects, we get the feeling that many people out there don't really understand what a hernia is and how many variations of them that there are.

We've already explained what types of hernias were matched with the Kugel Mesh hernia patch, but below we'd like to offer a brief explanation of some of the different types of hernias in existence. Perhaps this perspective will allow people to understand why there is such a huge market for hernia-related products.

Inguinal hernia

Inguinal hernias are by far the most common types of hernias, and like many other hernias, they occur in the abdominal region. This type of hernia got its name because it occurs within the inguinal canal.

Femoral Hernia

These can be difficult to distinguish from the inguinal hernia, but they generally occur just below the inguinal canal. Not to mention, the generally accepted repair techniques between the femoral hernia and inguinal hernia are also quite similar.

Umbilical Hernia

Statistically speaking, these hernias are most commonly found in infants who descend from Africa and also are much more common in males than females. As one would expect, these hernias occur in the abdominal region where the umbilical cord once was.

Incisional Hernia

This is the type of hernia that was affected directly by the Kugel Mesh hernia patch, and these hernias don't occur naturally, but rather because of an improperly healing surgical wound. These hernias are also extremely painful.

Diaphragmatic Hernia

The diaphragmatic hernia occurs much higher in the abdomen, and actually protrudes into the chest wall of the patient, which is a much different location than all the other hernias mentioned above.

Overall

As you see, hernias have been and remain a prevalent problem for millions of people around the world every year. Generally speaking, simple surgeries will take care of a hernia, but like all of medical science, researchers are constantly looking for ways to make the recovery from any hernia procedure more comfortable for patients.

Regardless, there will always be mistakes made, and if you're a victim of the mistakes involved with the Kugel Mesh hernia patch, you need to contact the hernia patch recall lawyers at Williams Kherkher today to schedule a free initial consultation.