Occurs when part of an internal organ bulges through a weak area of muscle.
Protrusion of an organ through its containing wall. It may occur in any part of the body, but is especially associated with the abdominal cavity.
The protrusion of part of an organ through a portion of the abdominal wall.
A condition in which an organ bulges through a hole or weakness in the wall which surrounds it.
Protrusion of an organ through an abnormal opening in the muscular wall surrounding the organ area. It may be congenital or acquired as a result of injury, muscular weakness, or disease. Common types of hernia include hiatus hernia, inguinal hernia, and umbilical hernia. Also called rupture.
Protrusion of an organ through the tissues that contain it.
Protrusion of an organ or tissue through a weak spot in a muscle or other tissue that normally contains it. The muscles and connective tissues are ordinarily firm enough to hold organs in place. However, when muscles grow slack due to disease or injury, tissue may bulge through the weak point. Although hernias can occur anywhere in the body, they are most common in the abdominal wall. Herniation may also occur internally where it cannot be detected by external examination.
The protrusion of an organ or tissue out of the body cavity in which it normally lies. An inguinal hernia (or rupture) occurs in the lower abdomen; a sac of peritoneum, containing fat or part of the bowel, bulges through a weak part ( inguinal canal) of the abdominal wall. It may result from physical straining or coughing. A scrotal hernia is an inguinal hernia so large that it passes into the scrotum; a femoral hernia is similar to an inguinal hernia but protrudes at the top of the thigh, through the point at which the femoral artery passes from the abdomen to the thigh. A diaphragmatic hernia is the protrusion of an abdominal organ through the diaphragm into the chest cavity; the most common type is the hiatus hernia, in which the stomach passes partly (or rarely completely) into the chest cavity through the hole {hiatus) for the esophagus (gullet). An umbilical hernia, most common in young children, appears as a bulge at the navel.
The protrusion of an organ, or part of an organ, through the wall of the cavity that normally contains it. The most common types of hernia involve the organs of the abdomen which can herniate externally through the abdominal wall, or internally usually through a defect in the diaphragm. External hernias appear as a swelling, covered with skin, which bulges on coughing or straining but which can normally be made to disappear with gentle pressure.
The protrusion of an anatomical structure through the wall that normally contains it.
The protrusion of a segment or loop of an organ or tissue through an abnormal opening.
A hernia is the protrusion of an organ or tissue through a weakened area in the muscle or tissue that usually holds it in place. The term is commonly used for when the intestine protrudes through the abdominal wall. In a hiatus hernia, the stomach protrudes through the diaphragm and into the chest.
Abdominal hernias can arise due to a congenital weakness in the abdominal wall. Additionally, they may result from damage caused by activities like lifting heavy objects, persistent coughing, or straining during bowel movements. Hernias can also develop following surgical operations.
Abdominal hernias come in various types, categorized based on their location in the body. The most significant ones include inguinal hernias, predominantly affecting men; femoral hernias, more commonly found in overweight women; and umbilical hernias, which are common in babies.
The primary indication of an abdominal hernia typically manifests as a bulge in the abdominal wall. Some individuals may also experience mild abdominal discomfort.
Occasionally, the protruding intestine in a hernia can be gently pushed back into place, referred to as a reducible hernia. However, in other instances, the hernia bulges out and cannot be manually repositioned (an irreducible hernia). This condition is painful, and surgical intervention is typically required to repair the weakened area.
When the trapped part of the intestine becomes twisted, it can lead to a compromised blood supply in the area. This critical condition is called a strangulated hernia and requires immediate medical attention to prevent the development of bowel gangrene.
Umbilical hernias in babies typically do not require treatment, as they often resolve on their own by the age of five.
The protrusion of an organ through the walls of the cavity where it is normally located, often referred to as a rupture. Hernias can manifest in various organs, including the brain and lungs, but the most common type is the abdominal hernia.