Medical articles of Femoral hernia

27/01/2026
Mr Krishna Moorthy
Surgeon
High volume hernia surgery in specialist hernia centres
Hernia repair is one of the most common general surgical procedures worldwide. Despite the apparent simplicity of some of the more common hernia procedures, outcomes can vary widely depending on who performs the operation and where it is performed. Leading London surgeon Mr Krishna Moorthy takes a look at how concentrating hernia surgery in such environments improves patient outcomes and experience, as well as optimising healthcare resources and costs whilst sustaining innovation and training.
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06/08/2025
Written by Top Doctors
Latest innovations in hernia repair
In recent years, hernia repair techniques, such as laparoscopic hernia surgery, have evolved considerably, with innovations aimed at improving patient outcomes, reducing recovery time and lowering recurrence rates.
25/02/2025
Mr Alan Woodward
Surgeon
New year, new exercise… is it safe if I have a hernia?
New Year is the time most people focus on ramping up their workout routine. However, for those living with a hernia, they need to be careful not to aggravate the condition. Working out when you have a hernia can be both painful and dangerous. Here, we’ll look at whether it is safe to work out when you have a hernia and the key things you’ll want to keep in mind.
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19/07/2024
Mr Gregory Firth
Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon
What is slipped capital femoral epiphysis?
Here, in one of our latest medical articles, Mr Gregory Firth, a leading paediatric orthopaedic surgeon, talks to us about slipped capital femoral epiphysis, including the causes and symptoms.
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07/12/2021
Mr Dominic Coull
Consultant Laparoscopic Hernia and Colorectal Surgeon
Preparing for femoral hernia repair surgery
It is now possible to perform femoral hernia repair surgery using a laparoscopic (key hole) method which drastically improves recovery time and reduces the risk of surgical complications. To explain everything you need to know about this procedure, we invited esteemed consultant laparoscopic, general and colorectal surgeon Mr Dominic Coull to give expert insight on how to best prepare for femoral hernia repair surgery.
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11/01/2019
Mr Michael Stellakis
Surgeon
How would I know if I had a hernia?
Hernias are fairly common and can affect men, women and even children. Often described as a protruding lump, usually on the abdomen, there are several types of hernia which differ. Mr Michael Stellakis, a leading colorectal surgeon, explains how you can identify a hernia and what type it could be.
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03/08/2018
Mr Michael Stellakis
Surgeon
Treating hernias laparoscopically
For the most part, hernias will require surgical repair. Whilst this can be done as open surgery, Mr Michael Stellakis explains that in many cases, a laparoscopic hernia repair has more benefits to the patient.
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05/07/2018
Mr Timothy Rees Worthington
Surgeon
An expert’s guide to hernias
Hernias are a relatively common condition that many of us will experience in our lifetimes. However, it is surprising how little most of us understand about what hernias are, how they occur, and how many different varieties there are. We turned to leading surgeon Mr Tim Worthington, who answered the most common questions about hernias.
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