A Brief History of Hernia Surgery

Hernias are one of the most common anatomical derangements in men and women and has left an indelible mark throughout most of recorded history. The Egyptians (1500 BC), Phoenicians (900 BC) and Ancient Greeks (400 BC) all describe the diagnosis of hernia and various methods of treatment. Surgical intervention is described in ancient scripture as well as demonstrated in sculpture … Continue reading A Brief History of Hernia Surgery