Based on the location of the hernia ring, we generally classify inguinal hernias as hiatal, ventral and femoral hernias. Hiatal hernias are the most common type clinically and can be seen in all ages. They have a more lateral hernia ring and may enter the scrotum. Hernia is more dangerous because of the possibility of entrapment. Hernia is less common than hiatal hernia and is more common in the elderly. The hernia ring is located more medially and cannot enter the scrotum. A hernia that enters the scrotum is therefore a hiatal hernia. It is sometimes difficult to distinguish between a hiatal hernia and a hiatal hernia, but their surgical approach is similar and therefore in many cases they are identified during surgery. Femoral hernias are the least common and are most often seen in women, where the hernia ring is positioned inferiorly and the hernia sac is usually small. Although rare, femoral hernias are very dangerous and are much more likely to become incarcerated than hiatal hernias.