repair, also referred to as tissue repair.
In short, patients almost always have options. Their final choice will
be based on the option that has the lowest complication rate and which
they find most acceptable. As surgeons, our goal is to help patients
make an informed decision after educating them of the risks and bene-
fits of each choice.
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Dr. Towfigh (drtowfigh@beverlyhillsherniacenter.com) is a hernia and
laparoscopic surgery specialist at the Beverly Hills (Calif.) Hernia Center.
