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Preferred term

Internal Hernia  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • A protrusion of an internal abdominal organ through a hole in an anatomical structure such as a muscle or a membrane. For instance, in paraduodenal hernia the SMALL INTESTINE herniates through an opening in the MESENTERIES. It includes intra-abdominal and diaphragmatic hernias. In abdominal hernia a protrusion occurs through a weak spot in the muscle of the ABDOMINAL WALL.

Broader concept

Synonym(s)

  • Intra Abdominal Hernia
  • Intra-abdominal Hernia

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URI

http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-SWMPK6FC-9

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