logo
episode-header-image
Oct 2008
10m 32s

3. Hernias

SURGERY 101 TEAM
About this episode

In this episode, Dr Parveen Boora discusses hernias.  Topics covered include:

  • what a hernia is and the different types of hernias
  • anatomy and where hernias may be found
  • risk factors
  • complications
  • options for treatment

Run time - 10:31

Up next
Jul 22
449. Reproductive Care - Basics on Labour and Delivery - 2
In this episode, we will cover the basics of labour and delivery, low-risk and high-risk pregnancies and the basics you need to know if faced with an emergency delivery like on an airplane! After listening to this podcast, students will be able to: ● Describe how to perform initi ... Show More
16m 20s
Jul 15
448. Reproductive Care - Prenatal basics - 1
In this episode, we'll walk through the structure of prenatal visits, the timeline of investigations, trimester-specific considerations, and the rationale behind medications and routine testing. By the end of this podcast, learners will be able to: ● Describe the timeline and str ... Show More
14m 42s
May 13
447. Surgical Management of Rectal Cancer - Part 2
After listening to this podcast, learners will be able to: 1. Describe the anatomy and blood supply of the distal colon and rectum. 2. List what is resected and what is reconnected during a low anterior resection. 3. Describe the major differences between a low anterior resection ... Show More
15m 17s
Recommended Episodes
Aug 2021
Hernias
<p>This episode covers hernias.<br/><br/>Written notes can be found at <a href='https://zerotofinals.com/surgery/general/hernias/'>https://zerotofinals.com/surgery/general/hernias/</a> or in the general surgery section of the Zero to Finals surgery book.</p><p>The audio in the ep ... Show More
18m 26s
Oct 2018
Pediatric Inguinal Hernia
This PedsCases podcast is designed to give you an understanding and management approach to an important pediatric surgery topic, pediatric inguinal hernias. This podcast was created by Kevin Verhoeff, a medical student at the University of Alberta, with Dr. Simon Byrns, a surgica ... Show More
12m 10s
Nov 2018
Chapter 13: General Surgery
Content covered in this episode includes: [0:40]: Question Dissection: A 45 year old female presents with a chief complaint of upper gastric pain 30 minutes following a meal.. [3:44] General surgery chapter of S2S including questions like: - What should you do if you are not sure ... Show More
36m 12s
May 2019
Chapter 38: Urology
Content covered in this episode includes: [0:40]: Question Dissection: A 32-year-old female presents to the E.D. writhing in pain... [3:27] Urology chapter of S2S including questions like: - How is renal cell carcinoma diagnosed and treated? - How do you recognize and manage acut ... Show More
26m 35s
Sep 2018
Episode 12: Gastroenterology
Content covered in this episode includes: [0:41]: Question Dissection: A 45 year old man with no past medical history presents to the E.D. with abdominal pain and nausea and vomiting for the past three days.. [5:10] Gastroenterology chapter of S2S including questions like: - What ... Show More
1h 8m
Jul 2025
151. The Difference Between a Disc Bulge & a Disc Herniation
In this episode of the Evidence-Based Pilates podcast, Dr. Adam McAtee PT, DPT delves into the anatomy and management of intervertebral discs, focusing on the differences between disc bulges and herniations. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the robust nature of the s ... Show More
45m 14s
May 2025
Clinical Challenges in Emergency General Surgery: The Abdominal Wall – Friend or Foe?
It is the final episode of our Challenging Cases in Emergency General Surgery series and we’re diving into another dreaded topic: the complex abdominal wall. This structure is a daily partner to the general surgeon—but when things go wrong, it can quickly become our biggest chall ... Show More
34m 24s
Nov 2025
Clinical Challenges in Hernia Surgery: Mesh Infections - How to Treat and What to Consider
Mesh infections are dreaded complications in hernia repair. This episode highlights relevant mesh properties, pathogens, and management strategies so you can tackle the next mesh infection with confidence!Hosts:Dr. Maggie Bosley - @MBosleyMDDr. Sean Orenstein - @OrensteinSeanDr. ... Show More
22m 17s