Almost 1 in 3 men will get a groin hernia in their lifetime. But are you at risk for the most dangerous types? In this video, Jonathan from the Institute of Human Anatomy uses a cadaver dissection to expose a real-life hernia and breaks down the anatomical weak points in your abdominal wall.
We use cadaveric context to show you the two main types: Ventral Hernias (common in women due to pregnancy/obesity) and Groin Hernias (common in men due to the descent of the testes during development). You will learn the hidden truth about why males have a 27% lifetime risk of developing an Inguinal Hernia—it’s due to a natural ‘herniation’ that happens before birth!
Most importantly, we cover the critical difference between a reducible, asymptomatic hernia and a life-threatening incarcerated or strangulated hernia that requires emergency surgery. Watch until the end to learn how simple lifestyle changes—like fiber intake—can strengthen your core and significantly reduce your risk of this painful protrusion.
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0:00 – Intro: Hernia Statistics & Risk Factors
0:49 – What is a Hernia? Definition & Abdominal Contents
1:06 – Two Main Types: Ventral vs. Groin Hernias
1:24 – Anatomy: Rectus Abdominis Muscle (The Six-Pack)
2:19 – The Weak Point: Linea Alba & Diastasis Recti
3:33 – Types of Ventral Hernias: Umbilical & Epigastric
4:12 – Institute of Human Anatomy Mega Sale
5:30 – Groin Hernias: Why Males are More Prone (Testes Descent)
6:16 – Inguinal Ligament & the Inguinal Canal
7:39 – Cadaver Dissection: Seeing an Inguinal Hernia
7:54 – Femoral Hernias: The Type More Common in Females
8:33 – Treatment: Watchful Waiting vs. Surgery (Mesh Repair)
9:08 – The Danger: Incarcerated & Strangulated Hernias
10:15 – Prevention: 4 Lifestyle Changes to Lower Your Risk
Credit to : Institute of Human Anatomy