Hernia Repair Mobile AL
A hernia may occur when there is a medical problem or too much activity that increases pressure on the abdominal wall tissue and muscles, such as chronic constipation or straining to have bowel movements, chronic cough, cystic fibrosis, enlarged prostate or straining to urinate, extra weight, constant heavy lifting and undescended testicles. This weakening of the abdominal wall causes the lining of the abdomen to bulge out into a small sac and part of the intestine or abdominal tissue may enter the sac. Hernias occur most commonly in the groin (inguinal hernia), the navel (umbilical hernia), and at the incision site of a previous surgery. Surgery will usually be used for hernias that are getting larger or are painful. Surgery secures the weakened abdominal wall tissue (fascia) and will close any holes. There are two options for hernia surgery: open or laparoscopic. Listed below you will find experienced gastroenterologists around Mobile that can give you more information on hernia repair.
James E Seay, MD
251-990-0092
5 Mobile Infirmary Cir
Mobile, AL
James E Seay, MD
251-990-0092
5 Mobile Infirmary Cir
Mobile, AL 36607
Education
Medical School: Univ Of Pa Sch Of Med, Philadelphia Pa 19104
Graduation Year: 1952
Hospital
Hospital: Thomas Hosp, Fairhope, Al; Mobile Infirmary Med Ctr, Mobile, Al
Data Provided by:
Dr.Jeffrey K. Hannon
(251) 433-2609
3 Mobile Infirmary Cir # 212
Mobile, AL
Dr.Jeffrey K. Hannon
(251) 433-2609
3 Mobile Infirmary Cir # 212
Mobile, AL 36607
Education
Medical School: Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med
Year of Graduation: 1984
Speciality
Surgeon (General)
General Information
Accepting New Patients: Yes
RateMD Rating
4.5, out of 5 based on 1, reviews.
Data Provided by:
Gerhard Arnold Walter Boehm, MD FACS
334-479-8755
PO Box 7401
Mobile, AL
Gerhard Arnold Walter Boehm, MD FACS
334-479-8755
PO Box 7401
Mobile, AL 36670
Education
Medical School: Alabama
Graduation Year: 1971
Data Provided by:
Mark Andre Goncalves, MD
334-633-2314
1855 Spring Hill Ave
Mobile, AL
Mark Andre Goncalves, MD
334-633-2314
1855 Spring Hill Ave
Mobile, AL 36607
Education
Medical School: Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Denver Co 80262
Graduation Year: 1982
Data Provided by:
John William Boyer
(251) 471-3544
1855 Springhill Ave
Mobile, AL
(251) 471-3544
1855 Springhill Ave
Mobile, AL 36607
Specialty
Thoracic Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Cardiac Surgery
Data Provided by:
Forrest G Ringold
(251) 433-2609
3 Mobile Infirmary Cir
Mobile, AL
(251) 433-2609
3 Mobile Infirmary Cir
Mobile, AL 36607
Data Provided by:
Glenn E Esses
251-445-0075
3 Mobile Infirmary Circle Suite 209
Mobile, AL
251-445-0075
3 Mobile Infirmary Circle Suite 209
Mobile, AL 36607
Specialty
General Surgery, Vascular Surgery
Data Provided by:
Peter Pluscht
(251) 471-3544
1855 Springhill Ave
Mobile, AL
(251) 471-3544
1855 Springhill Ave
Mobile, AL 36607
Specialty
General Surgery, Thoracic Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Cardiac Surgery
Data Provided by:
Dr.Larkin Daniels
251-943-8864
1855 Spring Hill Avenue
Mobile, AL
Dr.Larkin Daniels
251-943-8864
1855 Spring Hill Avenue
Mobile, AL 36607
Education
Medical School: Univ Of Al Sch Of Med
Year of Graduation: 1992
Speciality
Surgeon (General)
General Information
Hospital: Thomas Hosp, Fairhope, Al
Accepting New Patients: Yes
RateMD Rating
5.0, out of 5 based on 1, reviews.
Data Provided by:
Guy Coleman Oswalt Jr, MD
251-433-1895
168 Mobile Infirmary Blvd
Mobile, AL
Guy Coleman Oswalt Jr, MD
251-433-1895
168 Mobile Infirmary Blvd
Mobile, AL 36607
Specialties
Urology, General Surgery
Education
Medical School: Univ Of Al Sch Of Med, Birmingham Al 35294
Graduation Year: 1974
Data Provided by:
Overview
Every year, more than half a million hernia repairs are performed in the United States. A hernia occurs when inner layers of abdominal muscle become weakened. The lining of the abdomen then bulges out into a small sac, and part of the intestine or abdominal tissue may enter the sac. Hernias occur most commonly in the groin (inguinal hernia), the navel (umbilical hernia), and at the incision site of a previous surgery.
A hiatal, or diaphragmatic, hernia occurs when the lower part of the esophagus and a portion of the stomach slide up through the esophageal hiatus, an opening in the diaphragm through which the esophagus passes before it reaches the stomach. In a small percentage of cases, the junction of the esophagus and stomach remains in place, but a portion of the stomach rolls up and through the esophageal hiatus alongside the esophagus.
Some people with hernias remain relatively free from symptoms. But a hernia can cause severe pain and other potentially serious problems (e.g., infection, bowel obstruction). Surgery is the only way to repair them, because they do not resolve on their own.
Surgical Procedures
Surgical methods currently employed to repair hernias include open surgery and laparoscopic surgery. A hiatal hernia is corrected by a surgical procedure called Nissen fundoplication.
Click here to read the rest of the article from surgerychannel