HOUSTON, TEXAS·
Houston Methodist Hospital
Overexertion in lifting-single episode · Hernias due to traumatic incidents
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at Houston Methodist Hospital, 6565 Fannin, HOUSTON, TEXAS 77030 on , Hernias due to traumatic incidents, affecting the abdomen, except internal location of diseases or disorders.
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Final narrative
An employee sustained an inguinal hernia while lifting a patient. The employee was hospitalized, requiring surgery.
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