Gastrointestinal Disorders: Hernias

Introduction This section addresses gastrointestinal (GI) disorders that could compromise the ability of the law enforcement officer (LEO) to p...

Hernias Groin hernias — These fall into two categories: inguinal and femoral hernias. Inguinal hernias are further divided into eith...

Appendix History The police physician should carefully review the gastrointestina...

References  Gallegos NC, Dawson J, Jarvis M, Hobsley M. Risk of strangulation in groin hernias. Br J Surg. 199...