Inguinal Hernias with Dr. Alexander Murillo Baranovskaia

Inguinal hernias occur when a portion of the intestine or abdominal tissue protrudes through a weak spot in the abdominal wall, specifically in the inguinal region, which is the groin area. This type of hernia is more common in men than women and may present as a visible bulge in the groin, which may increase in size when coughing, bending over, or lifting heavy objects. Symptoms may include pain or discomfort, especially when performing physical activities. Treatment usually involves surgery to repair the opening in the abdominal wall and prevent complications such as strangulation of the herniated tissue. Dr. Alexander Murillo Baranovskaia, a specialist in General, Minimally Invasive, and Abdominal Wall Surgery, speaks to us about this topic exclusively with Lorena Martínez for SaludPanama.com.